Betaine + Polyhexanide topical

Indications

Betaine + Polyhexanide topical is used for: Wound Cleansing & Moistening

Adult Dose

Wound Cleansing & Moistening Physically removes debris, slough, bioburden and biofilm in wounds; indicated for wound irrigation for acute and chronic skin wounds Available as a kit with irrigation solution and gel Irrigation solution: Rinse first with 350 mL bottle of irrigation solution, then repeat with second bottle containing 40 mL Gel: Moistens and lubricates wound/bandage to assist with debridement or dressing changes; apply 3-5 mm to shallow flat wound surfaces or deep wound fissures

Child Dose

Wound Cleansing & Moistening Physically removes debris, slough, bioburden and biofilm in wounds; indicated for wound irrigation for acute and chronic skin wounds Available as a kit with irrigation solution and gel Irrigation solution: Rinse first with 350 mL bottle of irrigation solution, then repeat with second bottle containing 40 mL Gel: Moistens and lubricates wound/bandage to assist with debridement or dressing changes; apply 3-5 mm to shallow flat wound surfaces or deep wound fissures

Renal Dose

Administration

May warm gel to body temperature immediately before use Store at room temperature, avoid excessive heat and protect from freezing

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity Do not use in presence of hyaline cartilage Do not use in combination with anionic tensides (may impair preservative) Mixing with other cleansing soaps, ointments, oils or enzymes may lower efficacy

Precautions

For external use only on skin wounds Do not infuse or inject Do not ingest

Pregnancy-Lactation

Pregnancy Category: no information; systemic absorption unlikely Lactation: unknown whether distributed in breast milk, systemic absorption unlikely

Interactions

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Betaine + Polyhexanide topical : Frequency Not Defined Chronic use may cause irritation

Mechanism of Action

Betaine: Acts as surfactant/detergent to aid with debridement Polyhexanide: Preservative The combination of these 2 products provides a lower surface tension than water and improves biofilm removal in wounds