Is Granulex still available?

Is Granulex still available?

The Granulex brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.

What happened to Granulex?

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) informed that Granulex Aerosol Spray (trypsin, balsam peru, castor oil; Mylan) has been discontinued as of December 24, 2015. Mylan stated that it was due to market conditions. Granulex Aerosol Spray is indicated for decubitus and varicose ulcers, and debridement.

When do you use Santyl ointment?

Indication: Collagenase SANTYL Ointment is used to remove damaged tissue from chronic skin ulcers and severely burned areas. Do not use if you have shown hypersensitivity to collagenase. Occasional slight redness may occur if SANTYL Ointment is placed outside the wound area.

What is Xenaderm cream used for?

INDICATIONS: To promote healing and the treatment of decubitus ulcers, varicose ulcers and dehiscent wounds.

What is trypsin ointment used for?

Trypsin helps to strip away (or slough off) damaged skin cells. Balsam Peru, castor oil, and trypsin topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat bed sores and other skin ulcers. This medication can help promote healing and relieve pain caused by these conditions.

Does Santyl require a prescription?

SANTYL Ointment is an FDA-approved prescription medicine that removes dead tissue from wounds so they can start to heal.

Is Xenaderm still on the market?

The Xenaderm brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.

Is Venelex an OTC drug?

Venelex (balsam Peru and castor oil ointment) is a prescription liquid wound barrier and skin moisturizer that covers and protects pressure wounds, such as bed sores.

How does Venelex ointment work?

Venelex (balsam Peru and castor oil ointment) is a prescription liquid wound barrier and skin moisturizer that covers and protects pressure wounds, such as bed sores. Venelex provides a moist wound and skin environment that helps the healing process and prevents cracking around the edges of sores.

What is balsam ointment used for?

Balsam Peru and castor oil topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat skin wounds, bed sores, diabetic skin ulcers, and other skin conditions resulting from decreased blood flow or skin grafts. This medicine helps reduce odor and creates a protective layer over skin wounds.

How do I activate Santyl?

How to apply SANTYL◊ Ointment

1. Moisture balance. Wounds with sufficient moisture will naturally activate collagenase enzyme.
2. Edge to edge. Apply SANTYL Ointment out to the edges of the wound.
3. Nickel thickness. Apply once daily at 2mm thickness or about the thickness of a nickel.
4. Daily dressing change.