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Trypsin, Balsam Peru, and Castor Oil
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Pharmacological Index
Use
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Patient Information
Nursing Implications
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(TRIP sin, BAL sam pe RUE, & KAS tor oyl)

U.S. Brand Names
Granulex

Generic Available

No


Pharmacological Index

Protectant, Topical


Use

Treatment of decubitus ulcers, varicose ulcers, debridement of eschar, dehiscent wounds and sunburn


Usual Dosage

Apply a minimum of twice daily or as often as necessary


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Patient Information

Avoid contact with eyes; for external use only; shake well before spraying


Nursing Implications

Clean wound prior to application and at each redressing; shake well before spraying; hold can upright ~12" from area to be treated


Dosage Forms

Aerosol, topical: Trypsin 0.1 mg, balsam Peru 72.5 mg, and castor oil 650 mg per 0.82 mL (60 g, 120 g)


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