| Pronunciation |
 (zingk
JEL ah
tin) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Gelucast® |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
| Dome Paste Bandage; Unna's Boot; Unna's Paste; Zinc Gelatin Boot |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Topical Skin Product |
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| Use |
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As a protectant and to support varicosities and similar lesions of the lower limbs |
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| Contraindications |
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Hypersensitivity to any component |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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1% to 10%: Local: Irritation |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Apply externally as an occlusive boot |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Nursing Implications |
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After a period of about 2 weeks, the dressing is removed by soaking in warm water |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Bandage: 3" x 10 yards, 4" x 10 yards |
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