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Ziox

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Ziox Ointment

Ziox Ointment is used for:

Removing dead tissue and thinning the pus in lesions such as ulcers, burns, wounds, and carbuncles.

Ziox Ointment is a debriding agent. It works by helping the breakdown of dead skin and pus, which helps improve the recovery time of open wounds. It also helps to control wound inflammation and odor.

Do NOT use Ziox Ointment if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Ziox Ointment:

Some medical conditions may interact with Ziox Ointment. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Ziox Ointment. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Ziox Ointment may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Ziox Ointment:

Use Ziox Ointment as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Ziox Ointment.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Ziox Ointment:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild skin irritation; temporary burning sensation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Ziox Ointment at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Ziox Ointment out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Ziox Ointment. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Xenaderm

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Xenaderm Ointment

Xenaderm Ointment is used for:

Treating skin wounds and promoting wound healing.

Xenaderm Ointment is a wound agent. It works by stimulating blood vessel activity and removal of unhealthy tissue. The castor oil works as a lubricant to protect the tissue.

Do NOT use Xenaderm Ointment if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Xenaderm Ointment:

Some medical conditions may interact with Xenaderm Ointment. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Xenaderm Ointment. Because little, if any, of Xenaderm Ointment is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.

Ask your health care provider if Xenaderm Ointment may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Xenaderm Ointment:

Use Xenaderm Ointment as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Xenaderm Ointment.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Xenaderm Ointment:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Temporary stinging.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Xenaderm Ointment at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Do not store above 120 degrees F (49 degrees C). Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Do not puncture, break, or burn the canister even if it appears to be empty. Keep Xenaderm Ointment out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Xenaderm Ointment. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

More Xenaderm Ointment resources

Compare Xenaderm Ointment with other medications for the treatment of:

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Vasolex

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Vasolex

Generic Name: balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin (topical) (BAL sum pe ROO, KAS tur oyl, TRIP sin)

What is balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Balsam Peru increases blood flow to a wound area, and also helps fight bacteria.

Castor oil prevents skin cells from breaking down, which aids in wound healing.

Trypsin helps shed damaged skin cells.

The combination of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin topical (for the skin) is used to treat bed sores and other skin ulcers. This medication can help promote healing and relieve pain caused by these conditions.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

There may be other drugs that can affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin.

This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Apply a thin layer of medication to the wound. In most cases, this medicine is applied twice daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

After applying the medication, you may cover the wound with a bandage dressing, or leave the wound open to the air. Your doctor will tell you whether you should cover the wound or not.

If you need to remove this medication, wash it off with water and mild soap.

Some forms of this medication are flammable. Do not use near open flame or while you are smoking. Avoid inhaling the spray.

It is important to use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin applied to the skin is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

mild stinging or burning where the medicine is applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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TBC

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

TBC

Generic Name: balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin (topical) (BAL sum pe ROO, KAS tur oyl, TRIP sin)

What is balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Balsam Peru increases blood flow to a wound area, and also helps fight bacteria.

Castor oil prevents skin cells from breaking down, which aids in wound healing.

Trypsin helps shed damaged skin cells.

The combination of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin topical (for the skin) is used to treat bed sores and other skin ulcers. This medication can help promote healing and relieve pain caused by these conditions.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

There may be other drugs that can affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin.

This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Apply a thin layer of medication to the wound. In most cases, this medicine is applied twice daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

After applying the medication, you may cover the wound with a bandage dressing, or leave the wound open to the air. Your doctor will tell you whether you should cover the wound or not.

If you need to remove this medication, wash it off with water and mild soap.

Some forms of this medication are flammable. Do not use near open flame or while you are smoking. Avoid inhaling the spray.

It is important to use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin applied to the skin is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

mild stinging or burning where the medicine is applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Santyl

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Santyl Ointment

Santyl Ointment is used for:

Removing dead skin from wounds and burned areas.

Santyl Ointment is an enzymatic debriding ointment. It works by breaking down dead skin.

Do NOT use Santyl Ointment if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Santyl Ointment:

Some medical conditions may interact with Santyl Ointment. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Santyl Ointment. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Santyl Ointment may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Santyl Ointment:

Use Santyl Ointment as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Santyl Ointment.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Santyl Ointment:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Santyl Ointment.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); signs of infection (eg, fever, chills, or persistent sore throat).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Santyl Ointment below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Store away from heat and light. Keep Santyl Ointment out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Santyl Ointment. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Revina NLT

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Revina NLT

Generic Name: balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin (topical) (BAL sum pe ROO, KAS tur oyl, TRIP sin)

What is balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Balsam Peru increases blood flow to a wound area, and also helps fight bacteria.

Castor oil prevents skin cells from breaking down, which aids in wound healing.

Trypsin helps shed damaged skin cells.

The combination of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin topical (for the skin) is used to treat bed sores and other skin ulcers. This medication can help promote healing and relieve pain caused by these conditions.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

There may be other drugs that can affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin.

This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Apply a thin layer of medication to the wound. In most cases, this medicine is applied twice daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

After applying the medication, you may cover the wound with a bandage dressing, or leave the wound open to the air. Your doctor will tell you whether you should cover the wound or not.

If you need to remove this medication, wash it off with water and mild soap.

Some forms of this medication are flammable. Do not use near open flame or while you are smoking. Avoid inhaling the spray.

It is important to use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin applied to the skin is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

mild stinging or burning where the medicine is applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Paptase

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Paptase Foam

Paptase Foam is used for:

Removing dead tissue and thinning the pus in lesions such as ulcers, burns, wounds, and carbuncles.

Paptase Foam is a debriding agent. It works by helping the breakdown of dead skin and pus, which helps improve the recovery time of open wounds.

Do NOT use Paptase Foam if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Paptase Foam:

Some medical conditions may interact with Paptase Foam. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Paptase Foam. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Paptase Foam may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Paptase Foam:

Use Paptase Foam as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Paptase Foam.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Paptase Foam:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild skin irritation; temporary burning sensation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); severe or persistent skin irritation.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Paptase Foam upright, in a cool place, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Avoid temperatures above 120 degrees F (49 degrees C). Do not puncture, break, or burn the canister even if it appears to be empty. Do not freeze. Keep Paptase Foam out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Paptase Foam. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

More Paptase Foam resources

Compare Paptase Foam with other medications for the treatment of:

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Papfyll

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Papfyll Foam

Papfyll Foam is used for:

Removing dead tissue and thinning the pus in lesions such as ulcers, burns, wounds, and carbuncles.

Papfyll Foam is a debriding agent. It works by helping the breakdown of dead skin and pus, which helps improve the recovery time of open wounds. It also helps to control wound inflammation and odor.

Do NOT use Papfyll Foam if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Papfyll Foam:

Some medical conditions may interact with Papfyll Foam. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Papfyll Foam. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Papfyll Foam may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Papfyll Foam:

Use Papfyll Foam as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Papfyll Foam.

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Papfyll Foam:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild skin irritation; temporary burning sensation.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Papfyll Foam upright at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Do not freeze. Avoid temperatures above 120 degree F (49 degrees C). Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not puncture, break, or burn the canister even if it appears to be empty. Keep Papfyll Foam out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Papfyll Foam. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

More Papfyll Foam resources

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Pap-Urea

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Pap-Urea

Generic Name: papain-urea topical (PA pane yoo REE ah)

What is Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical)?

Papain is a substance from the papaya fruit. Papain breaks down certain proteins.

Urea also breaks down protein.

Papain-urea topical is used to break down dead skin or tissues in wounds such as bed sores, ulcers, burns, surgical wounds, cysts, and carbuncles. This process is sometimes called debridement (de-BREED-ment). The broken-down tissues can then be more easily removed.

Papain-urea topical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical)?

Wash your hands before and after applying papain-urea topical.

Clean the wound as directed by your doctor. Use only the type of cleanser your doctor has recommended.

Apply papain-urea topical directly to the wound. Then cover the treated area with bandaging or other dressing recommended by your doctor. Keep the wound covered at all times, because this medication will cause the dead tissues to slough and peel off.

Avoid using hydrogen peroxide to clean your wound before applying papain-urea topical. Hydrogen peroxide can make the papain-urea less effective in breaking down the tissues of your wound.

Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical)?

Do not use this medication if you are allergic to papain or urea.

Before using papain-urea topical, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have other medical conditions. You may not be able to papain-urea topical, or you may need a dosage adjustment or special tests during treatment.

It is not known whether papain-urea will be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether papain-urea passes into breast milk. Do not use papain-urea topical without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical)?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the instructions on your prescription label.

Wash your hands before and after applying papain-urea topical.

Clean the wound as directed by your doctor. Use only the type of cleanser your doctor has recommended.

Apply papain-urea topical directly to the wound. Then cover the treated area with bandaging or other dressing recommended by your doctor. Keep the wound covered at all times, because this medication will cause the dead tissues to slough and peel off.

Papain-urea topical is usually applied two times each day. Clean the wound and apply a fresh bandage dressing each time you use the medication.

It is important to use papain-urea regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store papain-urea topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember the missed dose. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at your next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose of papain-urea is suspected or if the medication has been ingested.

Symptoms of an overdose of papain-urea topical are not known.

What should I avoid while using Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical)?

Avoid using hydrogen peroxide to clean your wound before applying papain-urea topical. Hydrogen peroxide can make the papain-urea less effective in breaking down the tissues of your wound.

Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, such as mild stinging or burning of the skin where the medicine is applied.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect Pap-Urea (papain-urea topical)?

There may be other drugs that can affect papain-urea topical. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Optase

Posted by admin on November 10th, 2009

Optase

Generic Name: balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin (topical) (BAL sum pe ROO, KAS tur oyl, TRIP sin)

What is balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Balsam Peru increases blood flow to a wound area, and also helps fight bacteria.

Castor oil prevents skin cells from breaking down, which aids in wound healing.

Trypsin helps shed damaged skin cells.

The combination of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin topical (for the skin) is used to treat bed sores and other skin ulcers. This medication can help promote healing and relieve pain caused by these conditions.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

There may be other drugs that can affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Stop using this medication and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin.

This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Apply a thin layer of medication to the wound. In most cases, this medicine is applied twice daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

After applying the medication, you may cover the wound with a bandage dressing, or leave the wound open to the air. Your doctor will tell you whether you should cover the wound or not.

If you need to remove this medication, wash it off with water and mild soap.

Some forms of this medication are flammable. Do not use near open flame or while you are smoking. Avoid inhaling the spray.

It is important to use balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin regularly to get the most benefit. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not allow the medicine to freeze.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and use the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

An overdose of balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin applied to the skin is not expected to produce life-threatening symptoms.

What should I avoid while using balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, mouth, and nose, or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps or shampoos or skin cleansers, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime. Do not use other medicated skin products unless your doctor has told you to.

Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Other less serious side effects are more likely to occur, such as:

mild stinging or burning where the medicine is applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin?

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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