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Bismuth subnitrate; Iodoform
A A H Pharmaceuticals Ltd
C05AX02
Bismuth subnitrate; Iodoform
252mg/1gram ; 503mg/1gram
Cutaneous paste
Cutaneous
No Controlled Drug Status
Valid as a prescribable product
BNF: 13100500
IN THIS LEAFLET: 1. What Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze is and what it is used for 2. Before Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze is used 3. How Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze is used 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze 6. Further information 1. WHAT BISMUTH AND IODOFORM GAUZE IS AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR Bismuth Subnitrate is a substance that reduces blood flow from an open blood vessel and has a drying or absorbent action. Iodoform is an antiseptic (preventing infection) and anaesthetic. Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze is an antiseptic gauze used to prevent infection and reduce bleeding.The impregnated gauze is used to pack cavities after ear, nose or throat surgery or to reduce or stop a severe nosebleed. 2. BEFORE BISMUTH & IODOFORM GAUZE IS USED BISMUTH & IODOFORM GAUZE SHOULD NOT BE USED IF: • you are allergic (hypersensitive) to Bismuth Subnitrate or Iodoform. TAKE SPECIAL CARE WITH BISMUTH & IODOFORM GAUZE IF: • you have an overactive thyroid gland. • you are pregnant. If any of the above applies to you, please tell your doctor or nurse. PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding your doctor will decide whether Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze should be used. 3. HOW BISMUTH & IODOFORM GAUZE IS USED AFTER EAR, NOSE OR THROAT SURGICAL PROCEDURES: Enough impregnated gauze should be packed into the cavity to protect the operation site from germs and to reduce or stop bleeding. The gauze is left in place until the wound has healed or the graft has taken. It is recommended that the gauze is not placed over open wounds. TO REDUCE OR STOP A SEVERE NOSEBLEED: Enough impregnated gauze should be packed into the nostril(s). The gauze can be removed the following day or at a time advised by your doctor. If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, nurse or pharmacist. 4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS Like all medicines Bismuth & Iodoform Gauze can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. • A rash may appear where the gauze is applied but th Lue koko asiakirja
1. NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT Bismuth Subnitrate and Iodoform Paste Impregnated Gauze. 2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION A lemon yellow paste impregnated gauze with characteristic antiseptic odour. The gauze is impregnated with a paste of composition. Bismuth Subnitrate BPC 1973 20% w/w. Iodoform BPC 1954 40% w/w. Paraffin Liquid BP 40% w/w. 3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM A paste impregnated gauze. 4. CLINICAL PARTICULARS 4.1 THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS a)_ Post ENT Surgical Procedures_ As an antiseptic gauze used to prevent infection and thus assist healing following ENT procedures. It is not recommended that the impregnated gauze be placed into open wounds. b)_ Acute Epistaxis_ To pack the nasal cavity in order to reduce/stop the flow of blood. 4.2 POSOLOGY AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION a) In ENT surgical procedures Sufficient impregnated gauzes should be packed into the cavity to protect the operation site from bacterial challenge. The gauze is left in place until the wound has healed or graft taken. It is not recommended that the impregnated gauze be placed into open wounds. b) Acute epistaxis Sufficient impregnated gauze(s) is packed up in the nose to stop the blood flow. The gauze is removed the following day or when clinical judgement dictates. 4.3 CONTRA-INDICATIONS Known hypersensitivity to Iodoform, iodine and bismuth. 4.4 SPECIAL WARNINGS AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Use with caution with patients suffering from hyperthyroidism. 4.5 INTERACTION WITH OTHER MEDICINAL PRODUCTS AND OTHER FORMS OF INTERACTION None known. 4.6 PREGNANCY AND LACTATION There is insufficient evidence of safety in pregnancy, as with all drugs it is not recommended the product is used in pregnancy. 4.7 EFFECTS ON THE ABILITY TO DRIVE OR USE MACHINES Not applicable. 4.8 UNDESIRABLE EFFECTS Hypersensitivity to iodine can result in an erythematous rash, which subsides on removal of the gauze. Although rare, there are reports within the published literature of the development of encephalopathy associated with the application of BIP Lue koko asiakirja