What does Venelex ointment do?

Venelex (balsam peru/castor oil) is an ointment that’s used on the skin to cover wounds. It can also help to get rid of smells and might relieve pain from the wound. Although the ointment is easy to apply, it can cause some stinging on sensitive areas.

What is Venelex wound dressing for?

VENELEX™ OINTMENT is a wound dressing for topical use in the management of chronic and acute wounds, and dermal ulcers including: pressure ulcers (Stage I-IV), venous stasis ulcers, diabetic ulcers, first and second degree burns, surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, superficial wounds, ulcers resulting from arterial …

What is another name for Venelex?

Balsam Peru-Castor Oil.

What is the generic for Santyl?

There is currently no generic for Santyl (collagenase), so it can be expensive, even with insurance. GoodRx coupons, copay cards and patient assistance programs may help lower the cost.

Is Venelex FDA approved?

The formulation contains castor oil (788 mg/gram) and peru balsam (87 mg/gram); the ointment (a prescription only product) has been used for decubital ulcers, varicose ulcers, and dehiscent wounds. Despite the labeled uses, the formulation has not been found by the FDA to be safe or effective for any indication.

How do you use Venelex?

Apply a thin layer of medicine to the wound. Balsam Peru and castor oil is usually applied at least 2 times daily. Follow your doctor’s instructions. After applying the medicine, you may cover the wound with a bandage dressing, or leave the wound open to the air.

Is there an alternative to Santyl?

Is there a generic of Santyl? Santyl is a brand-name drug. Collagenase topical is the generic name of Santyl. Currently, there is not a generic equivalent to Santyl available in the U.S. market.

Which is better medihoney vs Santyl?

It is hypothesized that MEDIHONEY® Gel with Active leptospermum honey will result in significantly faster wound healing (i.e., fewer days) when compared to SANTYL®.

Can you cover Venelex?

After applying the medicine, you may cover the wound with a bandage dressing, or leave the wound open to the air. Your doctor will tell you whether you should cover the wound or not. If you need to remove the medicine, gently wash it off with water.

When do you use Santyl ointment?

Indication: Collagenase SANTYL Ointment is used to remove damaged tissue from chronic skin ulcers and severely burned areas. Do not use if you have shown hypersensitivity to collagenase. Occasional slight redness may occur if SANTYL Ointment is placed outside the wound area.

Is Silvadene and Santyl the same?

Are Silvadene Cream and Santyl the Same Thing? Silvadene Cream 1% (silver sulfadiazine) and santyl are antibiotics used to treat or prevent infections on areas of burned skin. Santyl is also used to prevent minor skin infections caused by small cuts or scrapes. A brand name for santyl is Baciguent.

What is a substitute for Santyl?

Santyl is a brand-name drug. Collagenase topical is the generic name of Santyl. Currently, there is not a generic equivalent to Santyl available in the U.S. market.