Products Polihexanide is commercially available as a solution and concentrate (Lavasept). It has been approved in many countries since 1991. Structure and properties Polihexanide (C8H19N5, Mr = 185.3 g/mol) is a biguanide derivative. Effects Polihexanide (ATC D08AC05) has bactericidal and fungicidal properties. Indications For antiseptic wound treatment and prophylaxis of bone and soft tissue infections. … Polihexanide
Effects Absorptive Promotes wound healing Absorb exudate Promote epithelialization Can remain on the wound for up to a week Indications Mainly for chronic wounds: Pressure ulcers, lower leg ulcers. Selected products Hydrocoll Coloplast Comfeel Plus Suprasorb H Varihesive E /-Border See also Hydrogels, wound treatment
Principles In modern wound care, suitable wound dressings are used to create a moist wound environment, which is intended to optimize the healing process. Drying of the wound and scab formation are avoided as much as possible, as this delays healing. Infections should be avoided as much as possible by applying appropriate hygiene measures. General … Wound Care
Products Bee honey is available in grocery stores and from beekeepers, among other places. Medicinal honey ointments and honey pads are available in pharmacies and drugstores (e.g., Medihoney). Structure and properties Bee honey is a variable natural product formed by the honey bee. The bees take nectar from plants or honeydew and mix it with … Bee Honey
Symptoms In venous insufficiency, the normal return flow of venous blood to the heart is disturbed due to various causes. The following symptoms occur on the legs, especially the ankle and lower leg: Superficial venous dilatation: Varicose veins, spider veins, varicose veins. Pain and heaviness, tired legs Fluid retention, swelling, “water in the legs”. Calf … Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Symptoms Impetigo is a highly contagious superficial skin infection observed in two main clinical manifestations. It mainly affects children between 2-6 years of age and infants.In small vesicular (non-bullous) impetigo contagiosa, reddened patches appear that rapidly develop into small vesicles and pustules, break open, and release a cloudy yellowish fluid. This leads to the typical … Impetigo
Introduction – What is Betaisodona® Powder Spray? Betaisodona® Spray is a so-called disinfectant or antiseptic. It can be applied to the skin and is used to kill a wide range of different pathogens. Betaisodona® Spray is often used to clean superficial wounds. Its disinfecting effect is intended to facilitate healing and prevent wound infection. Other … Betaisodona® Spray
Interaction There is a risk of interactions, especially when several disinfectants are applied simultaneously to the same area of skin. This is especially true for mercury-based disinfectants. Corrosive mercury iodide may be formed. However, disinfectants based on mercury are hardly used any more. If Betaisodona® Spray and lithium are used simultaneously, there is a risk … Interaction | Betaisodona® Spray
Price of Betaisodona® Spray Betaisodona® Spray is offered in different package sizes and at different prices. For example, a 30 gram package can cost about 7.30 euros. Larger quantities such as 80 grams, on the other hand, cost about 16 euros. This corresponds to a price of about 20 euros for 100 grams. However, depending … Price of Betaisodona® Spray | Betaisodona® Spray
Symptoms A distinction is made between initial infection and subsequent reactivation. After an incubation period of a few days, flu-like symptoms such as fever, swelling of the lymph nodes, headache, nausea, and muscle pain may occur. The actual genital herpes occurs, with reddened skin or mucous membrane, swelling of the inguinal lymph nodes, and single … Genital Herpes Causes and Treatment
What is a stab wound? Stab wounds are caused by sharp objects such as needles, knives or scissors that pierce the skin and cause considerable damage in deeper tissue layers. There is a great risk of infection in this type of injury, since pathogenic pathogens can be introduced into deeper tissue during the stabbing process … Stab wound
Diagnosis Diagnosis of stab wounds is quite easy due to the associated symptoms, the characteristics of the wound and the course of the accident. Extensive physical examinations are performed to assess the extent and depth of the wound. In the case of chest injuries, X-rays are taken to diagnose lung injuries or possible air infiltration. … Diagnosis | Stab wound
