Treament of second-degree burns
octenilin® wound gel was used in a study on 107 subjects with grade IIa burns of the skin. The moist dressing was easy to use and could be left on the wound for up to three days thanks to its preservative properties. The pain was minimised and the number of required dressing exchanges reduced.
45 % of the subjects reported feeling comfortable or pain free with the first application. No intolerance reactions within the meaning of allergic skin irritations, skin reddening etc. were observed.
C. Ottomann and B. Hartmann, Emergency hospital Berlin, Berlin, 9th May 2005.
Tissue tolerability and biocompatibility
Non-irritating, non-sensitising, pain-free, without tissue toxicity, no impairment of granulation or epithelialisation. The good tolerability of Octenidine has been confirmed by clinical experience over many years and also by clinical studies on chronic wounds.
Testing of the preservative properties of Octenidine in the gel
octenilin® wound gel shows excellent inactivation of pathogens after as early as 1 minute. The latter was determined in the quantitative suspension test with high protein exposure ('dirty conditions'). The results showed that the inactivation of pathogens in octenilin® wound gel was sufficient against all test organisms after a 1 minute application.
Dr. P. Goroncy-Bermes, Schülke & Mayr Research and Development, Norderstedt, 2nd March 2007.Wounds should always be irrigated and cleansed (e.g. octenilin® wound irrigation solution) to remove easily soluble encrustations before further treatment with octenilin® wound gel.
Bandages, gauze, compresses or other absorbent materials or wound-filling materials can be soaked or moistened before being applied to wounds. Change dressing every 1 to 3 days, depending on the wound situation. If used with paraffin gauzes, the dressing is to be changed and the wound cleaned daily. Application should be repeated frequently until all encrustations or necrotic tissue are easily removed and the wound is clean on inspection.
Ingredients:
Aqua purificata, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Octenidine HCl.
Original condition:Sterile, sealed.
Stability at 5 °C to 25 °C, see stability information.
Chemical-physical data
Flash point:> 100 °C
Color:nearly colourless
Form:viscous
Density:ca. 1.01 g/cm3 / 20 °C
Viscosity, dynamic:ca. 5,050 mPa*s
pH:6.9 / 100 % / 20 °C
For all of the related safety information please refer to the Safety Data Sheet. To view the Safety Data Sheet please visit www.schuelke.com
Side effects
None observed to date.
Contraindications
octenilin® Wound Gel should not be used in patients with known or suspected allergy to one or more of the ingredients. If in doubt consult a physician.
To prevent possible tissue damage, octenilin® Wound Gel should not be used on hyaline cartilage, the eyes, ears, nose, urinary bladder and in the abdominal cavity.
General safety information
Do not use for infusion or injection. Not for oral use. Use only intact and undamaged packs. Protect the product against exposure to direct sunlight. To prevent the introduction of bacteria when using octenilin® Wound Gel, ensure that the packaging does not come into contact with the wound. Medical device - Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Order reference codes:
Cat. code: MRB487 (20ml)
PIP code: 350-8975 (20ml)
GTIN: 04032651216161 (20ml)
Cat. code: MRB1170 (250ml)
PIP code: 405-2890 (250ml)
GTIN: 04032651216024 (250ml)
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