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Drug Information

Drug Generic Name ABSORBABLE GELATIN SPONGE
Drug Class FIBRINOLYTIC DRUGS, ANTI-FIBRINOLYTIC DRUGS AND HAEMOSTATICS
Chapter Cardiovascular System

Indications: effective in the control of capillary oozing and venous bleeding; variety of surgical procedures. It should be packed loosely in any cavities to prevent expansion damaging surrounding tissues.

Contra-indications: aural surgery where it might come into contact with fluid from the inner ear; opthalmic surgery where the vitreous or aqueous humour is exposed.

Brand Name
  • Gelfoam 20x20cmm
  • Sterispon.20x20cmm
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