What is Debrisan powder?

Debrisan (Pharmacia GB), an insoluble hydrophilic powder of polymerised dextran, has recently become available in Britain as a wound cleansing agent.

Can I put antibiotic powder on wound?

High-potency antibiotic powder or solution applied to the wound prior to enrollment. Simple ointment (i.e., bacitracin ointment) or antibiotic-impregnated dressings will be permitted.

What is wound powder?

WoundSeal Powder is a topical powder that forms an instant scab when it comes in contact with blood. The ingredients are a non-toxic mixture of a hydrophilic polymer and potassium ferrate.

How is Debrisan used in the United States?

In the US, Debrisan is a member of the drug class miscellaneous topical agents and is used to treat Wound Cleansing. Dextranomer is reported as an ingredient of Debrisan in the following countries: Important Notice: The Drugs.com international database is in BETA release.

How are Debrisan beads used to treat wounds?

Debrisan consists of sterile, pale yellow dextranomer beads, 0.1-0.3 mm in diameter. When introduced into an exuding wound, one gram of the beads will absorb up to four grams of exudate. It has been shown that bacteria and cellular debris present in the wound are taken up by capillary action and become trapped in the spaces between the beads.

Can you use Debrisan beads on the eye?

Debrisan beads should not be applied near the eye. or used in the treatment of deep narrow wounds or sinuses from which removal may be difficult. A layer of beads not less than 3 mm thick, is applied to the wound and covered with a suitable pad or dressing retention material such as a semipermeable film dressing.

Can you use occlusive dressings with Debrisan?

The use of an occlusive dressing with Debrisan is not recommended, as this may lead to maceration of the skin around the wound. In order to prevent the possibility of cross-infection, the manufacturers recommend that a drum of Debrisan beads should be reserved for the treatment of a single patient.