Silver
Silver Compounds
Sold as EmuAid · SilvaPlex Wound · SilvaPlex Throat · Unda 13 · Unda 39
- Drug class
- Silver Compounds
- Availability
- Over-the-counter
- Routes
- Topical, Oral
- Markets covered
- 1
- Products on record
- 20
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 160
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Silver is a metallic element that belongs to the drug class of Silver Compounds [1]. It is approved for the relief of sore throat [1].
Products containing silver as the active ingredient are available under various brand names, including SilvaPlex Throat and EmuAid [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 160 adverse event reports associated with silver compounds [2]. The most frequently reported reactions include off-label use, product use in unapproved indications, fatigue, diarrhea, and falls [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| US United States | FDA | 20 | December 14, 2025 |
USUnited States· FDA
20 products
Uses
For relief of sore throiat
How to take
Drug interactions
Known interactions involving Silver. Select one for details. This list is informational and not a complete interaction checker.
Interaction data compiled from DDInter (academic, CC-BY). Severity classification only - this is not a complete interaction checker and not medical advice.
Sources & citations
- [1]FDA DailyMed · 00c6fcd0-a1ca-f6… · revised December 14, 2025 [PDF]
- [2]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.