Bisacodyl is classified as a suppository and widely used to treat constipation and colonic evacuation prior to any type of surgical procedure or examination. It is also sold as Alophen; Bisac-Evac™; Bisacodyl Uniserts; Correctol Tablets; Femilax™; Fleet Bisacodyl Enema; Fleet Stimulant Laxative; Gentlax; Modane Tablets and Veracolate. Bisacodyl is available over the counter and does not require a prescription.
Bisacodyl works by increasing peristalsis of the bowel walls and leads to increased motility. It also alters the water and electrolyte secretion producing net intestinal fluid loss and relaxation. Once the suppository is inserted, it works within 5-10 minutes. It is best to take the suppository as needed first thing in the morning. The recommended dose is 10 mg, and one should not exceed more than 3 doses a day.
Bisacodyl is available as an enema (10 mg solution) or as a suppository tablet. The suppository has few mild side effects which include mild abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting or rectal irritation. These side effects usually subside in a few minutes. Bisacodyl is only meant to be used in children over the age of 6 and adults.
Individuals who have hypersensitivity to Bisacodyl or any component of the formula should avoid this product.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Calmoseptine an excellent multipurpose skin barrier cream
One of the best multipurpose skin barrier creams is Calmoseptine. Consisting of topical zinc oxide, this multipurpose ointment is easy to apply, provides immediate symptom relief and is relatively cheap.
Calmoseptine can be used to treat a number of skin disorders including:
Dry skin
Itchy skin
Chapped skin
Diaper rash
Minor burns
Abrasions
Bee stings
Treat skin around ileostomy or colostomy
Diaper Rash
Leakage around feeding tubes or other catheters
Rash around genitals resulting from bladder or bowel incontinence
Calmoseptine is also combined with various creams to relieve itching, pain and burning that is common with hemorrhoids. The consumer should understand that Calmoseptine does not function like an antibiotic but is best considered a skin barrier cream. In hospitals and homes, it can be used to treat skin dryness and rashes from any number of causes.
Calmoseptine is easy to apply and does not have to rubbed or massaged into the skin. In general, Calmoseptine is best applied as a light film and should be applied twice a day. Prior to application, the skin area should be cleansed with warm water and padded dry. Today, Calmoseptine suppositories are also available for use in people who have hemorrhoids or rectal discomfort from anal fistulas.
Calmoseptine should be avoided around the eyes, nose or mouth. If the ointment does get in the eye, thoroughly wash the eye with water for 10-15 minutes. Calmoseptine should not be applied on completely raw ulcerated skin, open wounds or profusely bleeding wounds.
Calmoseptine can be used to treat a number of skin disorders including:
Dry skin
Itchy skin
Chapped skin
Diaper rash
Minor burns
Abrasions
Bee stings
Treat skin around ileostomy or colostomy
Diaper Rash
Leakage around feeding tubes or other catheters
Rash around genitals resulting from bladder or bowel incontinence
Calmoseptine is also combined with various creams to relieve itching, pain and burning that is common with hemorrhoids. The consumer should understand that Calmoseptine does not function like an antibiotic but is best considered a skin barrier cream. In hospitals and homes, it can be used to treat skin dryness and rashes from any number of causes.
Calmoseptine is easy to apply and does not have to rubbed or massaged into the skin. In general, Calmoseptine is best applied as a light film and should be applied twice a day. Prior to application, the skin area should be cleansed with warm water and padded dry. Today, Calmoseptine suppositories are also available for use in people who have hemorrhoids or rectal discomfort from anal fistulas.
Calmoseptine should be avoided around the eyes, nose or mouth. If the ointment does get in the eye, thoroughly wash the eye with water for 10-15 minutes. Calmoseptine should not be applied on completely raw ulcerated skin, open wounds or profusely bleeding wounds.
Coban 2 Layer Compression System
There are many types of compression dressings and one of the most widely used is the coban 2 layer compression system. This dressing can be used for both open and closed wounds. In most cases, coban 2 later compression dressing work well in the extremities and over joints.
The first layer provides comfort and relieves itching and redness. When vigilantly applied, the dressing immediately delivers comfort and effective compression. It consists of two latex-free roll bandages. The internal comfort layer is a lamination of polyurethane foam and an adhesive bandage. The outer compression layer is an adhesive bandage, intended to provide constant, compression at levels which are known to be effective for the treatment of leg swelling and venous ulcers.
Once the 2 layers of the dressing have been applied, the two layers merge and become on solid bandage that does not easily slip during daily walking
The coban compression system may be worn for 5-7 days at a time. The dressing can also be used to relieve leg swelling from heart failure and related disorders. It is best not to use the coban dressing as a wound cover because such it is not frequently changed.
Coban compression dressings can be bought from any medical supplier. The dressings are available as both unstretchable and stretchable bandages.
The first layer provides comfort and relieves itching and redness. When vigilantly applied, the dressing immediately delivers comfort and effective compression. It consists of two latex-free roll bandages. The internal comfort layer is a lamination of polyurethane foam and an adhesive bandage. The outer compression layer is an adhesive bandage, intended to provide constant, compression at levels which are known to be effective for the treatment of leg swelling and venous ulcers.
Once the 2 layers of the dressing have been applied, the two layers merge and become on solid bandage that does not easily slip during daily walking
The coban compression system may be worn for 5-7 days at a time. The dressing can also be used to relieve leg swelling from heart failure and related disorders. It is best not to use the coban dressing as a wound cover because such it is not frequently changed.
Coban compression dressings can be bought from any medical supplier. The dressings are available as both unstretchable and stretchable bandages.
BISCADODYL TABS 5 MG
Bisacodyl is classified as a laxative and widely used to treat constipation and colonic evacuation prior to any type of surgical procedure or examination. It is also sold as Alophen; Bisac-Evac™; Bisacodyl Uniserts; Correctol Tablets; Femilax™; Fleet Bisacodyl Enema; Fleet Stimulant Laxative; Gentlax; Modane Tablets and Veracolate. Bisacodyl is available over the counter and does not require a prescription.
Bisacodyl works by increasing peristalsis of the bowel walls and leads to increased motility. It also alters the water and electrolyte secretion producing net intestinal fluid loss and relaxation. Once the tablet is taken with water, it works within 6-10 hours. It is best to take the tablet at night on an empty stomach. The tablet should not be crushed in the mouth but swallowed whole.
The recommended dose is 5-10 mg, and one should not exceed more than 3 doses a day. One should avoid taking Bisacodyl with dairy or milk products as the absorption can be delayed. The drugs has few mild side effects which include mild abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting or rectal irritation. These side effects usually subside in a few minutes.
Bisacodyl is only meant to be used in children over the age of 6 and adults.
Individuals who have hypersensitivity to Bisacodyl or any component of the formula should avoid this product.
Bisacodyl works by increasing peristalsis of the bowel walls and leads to increased motility. It also alters the water and electrolyte secretion producing net intestinal fluid loss and relaxation. Once the tablet is taken with water, it works within 6-10 hours. It is best to take the tablet at night on an empty stomach. The tablet should not be crushed in the mouth but swallowed whole.
The recommended dose is 5-10 mg, and one should not exceed more than 3 doses a day. One should avoid taking Bisacodyl with dairy or milk products as the absorption can be delayed. The drugs has few mild side effects which include mild abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting or rectal irritation. These side effects usually subside in a few minutes.
Bisacodyl is only meant to be used in children over the age of 6 and adults.
Individuals who have hypersensitivity to Bisacodyl or any component of the formula should avoid this product.
BISCADODYL TABS 5 MG
Bisacodyl is classified as a laxative and widely used to treat constipation and colonic evacuation prior to any type of surgical procedure or examination. It is also sold as Alophen; Bisac-Evac™; Bisacodyl Uniserts; Correctol Tablets; Femilax™; Fleet Bisacodyl Enema; Fleet Stimulant Laxative; Gentlax; Modane Tablets and Veracolate. Bisacodyl is available over the counter and does not require a prescription.
Bisacodyl works by increasing peristalsis of the bowel walls and leads to increased motility. It also alters the water and electrolyte secretion producing net intestinal fluid loss and relaxation. Once the tablet is taken with water, it works within 6-10 hours. It is best to take the tablet at night on an empty stomach.
The tablet should not be crushed in the mouth but swallowed whole. The recommended dose is 5-10 mg, and one should not exceed more than 3 doses a day. One should avoid taking Bisacodyl with dairy or milk products as the absorption can be delayed. The drug has few mild side effects which include mild abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting or rectal irritation. These side effects usually subside in a few minutes.
Bisacodyl is only meant to be used in children over the age of 6 and adults.
Individuals who have hypersensitivity to Bisacodyl or any component of the formula should avoid this product.
Bisacodyl works by increasing peristalsis of the bowel walls and leads to increased motility. It also alters the water and electrolyte secretion producing net intestinal fluid loss and relaxation. Once the tablet is taken with water, it works within 6-10 hours. It is best to take the tablet at night on an empty stomach.
The tablet should not be crushed in the mouth but swallowed whole. The recommended dose is 5-10 mg, and one should not exceed more than 3 doses a day. One should avoid taking Bisacodyl with dairy or milk products as the absorption can be delayed. The drug has few mild side effects which include mild abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting or rectal irritation. These side effects usually subside in a few minutes.
Bisacodyl is only meant to be used in children over the age of 6 and adults.
Individuals who have hypersensitivity to Bisacodyl or any component of the formula should avoid this product.
Isopropyl alcohol 70%
Isopropyl alcohol also known as rubbing alcohol is widely used in health care facilities and in outpatient clinics. It is classified as a sanitizer and rapidly kills a wide variety of organisms. Once applied on inanimate surfaces, it rapidly kills the bacteria and is the preferred solution to sanitize medical equipment.
In the emergency rooms and walk-in clinics, isopropyl alcohol is also used to clean and sanitize minor cuts, abrasion and small lacerations. The alcohol rapidly dries the skin, and rarely causes any pain.
In order to achieve sanitation, the alcohol is wiped on surfaces like door knobs, handles, toilets, walls cupboards and medical instruments. There are also sterile pads containing 70% isopropyl alcohol available which can be used to wipe surfaces clean. When large amounts of isopropyl alcohol are applied to skin, it can cause dryness and thus use of a skin moisturizer is recommended.
Isopropyl alcohol should be stored in a cool place and kept away from heat or open flames.
The biggest advantage of isopropyl alcohol is that it works rapidly and quickly evaporates. Most health care professionals consider it to be the antiseptic of choice for use in the home and in emergency rooms.
In the emergency rooms and walk-in clinics, isopropyl alcohol is also used to clean and sanitize minor cuts, abrasion and small lacerations. The alcohol rapidly dries the skin, and rarely causes any pain.
In order to achieve sanitation, the alcohol is wiped on surfaces like door knobs, handles, toilets, walls cupboards and medical instruments. There are also sterile pads containing 70% isopropyl alcohol available which can be used to wipe surfaces clean. When large amounts of isopropyl alcohol are applied to skin, it can cause dryness and thus use of a skin moisturizer is recommended.
Isopropyl alcohol should be stored in a cool place and kept away from heat or open flames.
The biggest advantage of isopropyl alcohol is that it works rapidly and quickly evaporates. Most health care professionals consider it to be the antiseptic of choice for use in the home and in emergency rooms.
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