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How to use Veterinus Derma GeL® on these skin conditions?

Initial cleansing (Day 1):

Many veterinarians believe that although the addition of antimicrobials to lavage solutions is beneficial, much of the benefit is the lavage action itself. Copious lavage of a contaminated wound with water (more specifically, sterile physiologic saline or another sterile balanced solution) alone is of great benefit.

It has also been demonstrated that regardless of lavage solution used, lavages are more effective at flushing away bacteria and contaminants if applied by pressure.
A pressure of at least 7 psi is desired.
This pressure can be generated by a plastic spray bottle on the "stream setting," a 60 ml syringe with an 18 gauge needle on the end, or a dental "water-pik."
In conjunction with lavage, mechanical debridement is beneficial in aiding the removal of bacteria and foreign material or micro-debris.

Daily cleansing (Day 2…): Daily cleanse with saline solution.
 
Daily Application: Apply Veterinus Derma GeL® generously (thick layer of +/- 4mm) twice a day, extending application to the surrounding area.

Important:

Although Veterinus Derma GeL® provides a protective barrier, - in certain extreme cases or depending on the location - it is however recommended to cover the gel with a non woven and non adhesive secondary dressing + a bandage during the first days. Afterwards, the gel can be left uncovered because after its application and superficial drying, Veterinus Derma GeL® is composed of two layers, the external layer (protective film) made of dried polysaccharides together with acrylic acid-based polymers (semi-occlusive) and the inner layer primarily made of hydrophilic particles.

This combination absorbs the exudate from the wound, forming a soft moist mass which creates an optimal moist environment for healing – speeding epithelialization and protecting wound from foreign contaminants.







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