drug-information.ru

|Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray

Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray

Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray is used for:

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

Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray 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 Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray

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

Before using Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray:

Some medical conditions may interact with Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Medicine containing silver, lead, or mercury because the effectiveness of Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray may be decreased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray 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 Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray:

Use Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray is for external use only.
• Before each use of Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray, clean the affected area with saline or another mild wound cleansing solution. Do not use hydrogen peroxide.
• The first time Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray is used, prime the pump by holding the spray bottle upright directly over the wound and pumping 8 to 12 times.
• Shake well before each use.
• Hold the spray bottle about 1 to 2 inches from the wound and use even, firm pressure to spray the medicine. When sprayed, the medicine should cover an area about the size of a nickel. Completely cover the wound with medicine. The wound should not be visible under the medicine. Cover with appropriate dressing (eg, bandages) and secure into place. Wash the lesion each time the dressing is changed.
• Wipe the nozzle with clean gauze after each use.
• Change wound dressings according to the schedule set by your doctor.
• If irritation occurs, talk with your doctor about changing the dressings more often.
• If you miss a dose of Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray.

Important safety information:

• Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray is for external use only. Do not get it in the eyes or mouth. If you get Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray in the eyes, rinse them immediately with a generous amount of cool water.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray during pregnancy. It is unknown if Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray:

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

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 or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately.

Store Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray 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 Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Papain/Urea/Chlorophyllin Spray. 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.