collagenase ointment (SANTYL)

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Indications

Contraindications

Caution:

  • for external use only
  • avoid contact with eyes
  • monitor debilitated patients; debriding enzymes may increase risk of bacteremia

Dosage

Ointment: 250 units/g. 15 & 30 g.

Pharmacokinetics

Adverse effects

Drug interactions

Mechanism of action

  • digestion of collagen (75% of dry weight of skin tissue) facilitates removal of detritus from cutaneous wounds

More general terms

Additional terms

References

  1. Collagenase SANTYL Oimtnent 250 units/g https://santyl.com/sites/default/files/2019-12/SANTYL-PI.pdf