GENERIC
Sodium Hypochlorite
Indications
Clotech is indicated in diabetic foot ulcer, necrotic wound infections, post-surgical wounds, first, second and third degree burns, pressure ulcer, and grafted and donor sites. This solution is safe to use around the eyes, nose and mouth.
Pharmacology
Hypochlorous acid, is a powerful oxidizing agent (meaning it can accept electrons from other materials) that lends hypochlorite excellent bleaching and disinfecting abilities.
Dosage and administration
Use as required. This may require a secondary cover dressing.
Interactions
There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.
Contraindications
No known contraindications
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy Category: Not Classified. FDA has not yet classified the drug into a specified pregnancy category.
Precautions and warnings
Wound healing rates and characteristics will vary significantly with patient age, nutritional status, metabolic status, immunologic status and compliance. In the presence of vascular compromise, care must be taken to avoid circumferential bandage compression pressures in excess of arterial perfusion pressures.
Clinical information is taken from the most complete brand listing (Clotech); it applies to the active ingredient.
Brands of Sodium Hypochlorite
| # | Brand | Company | Form | Strength | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clotech | OSL Pharma Limited | Solution | 500 mg/100 ml | Not listed |
This page is general information and is not medical advice. It does not replace a registered doctor, and it is not a prescription or a recommendation to use any medicine or test. Prices are listed prices and may change. Always follow the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.