- Stomach Ache / Digestive Health
- Allergy Relief
- Bacteria , fungal,Protozoal Infections
- Bone, Joint and Muscle Aches
- Brain And Nervous System Disorder
- Cold, Cough and Flu
- Diabetes
- Ear Care
- Endocrine Disorders
- Eye Care
- First Aid and Bandages
- Hypertension
- Oral Care
- Pain Relief/ Management
- Reproductive Health
First Aid and Bandages
Bactigras 0.5% 10cm x 10cm 10’s
KShs 2,670.00- Description
- Bactigras is an antiseptic, soft paraffin dressing which soothes and protects the wound whilst helping to reduce wound infection and inflammation. It has low adherence and allows the wound to drain freely into an absorbent secondary dressing. It is impregnated with paraffin, containing 0.5% chlorhexidine acetate. It is presented as individual dressings in peel-apart pouches. Bactigras can be used on wounds where there is a risk of infection or on already infected wounds if the person has been prescribed oral antibiotics.
- How to use
- Indications- Bactigras is intended for use as a wound contact layer for wounds such as: Minor burns and scalds. Lacerations, abrasions and other skin loss wounds. Donor and recipient graft sites. Leg ulcers, where the wound is no more than 10% of the body area, where there is a risk of infection, or on already infected wounds in conjunction with systemic antibiotics.
- Precautions
- Contraindications/Precautions: Bactigras should not be used on more than 10% of the body area. Dermatitis, contact sensitivity or photo-sensitivity may rarely occur. Anaphylactic reaction to chlorhexidine has been reported, but is rare. Avoid contact with eyes, the middle ear, meninges and brain. Bactigras is incompatible with soaps, other anionic materials, as well as potassium iodide. The use of Bactigras with oxidising wound cleaning agents should be avoided.
Betadine Antiseptic Solution 125ml
KShs 610.00- Description
- Betadine Solution is an aqueous solution of 10% povidone-iodine. It is a fast-acting, broad-spectrum antiseptic that helps reduce bacteria that potentially can cause skin infection. It is used for degerming skin, wounds and mucous membranes, and for preoperative skin preparation of patients.
- How to use
- Therapeutic indications: For use as a pre-operative and post-operative antiseptic skin cleanser for major and minor surgical procedures.
Method of administration: Topical administration.
Adults, the elderly and children: Apply full strength as a pre-operative and post-operative antiseptic skin cleanser. Avoid pooling both under the patients and in the skin folds. Wash off excess solution before using occlusive dressings. - Precautions
- Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to iodine, polyvinylpyrrolidine or to any excipient. History of abnormal thyroid function or goitre. Regular use should be avoided in patients on concurrent lithium therapy.
Betadine Antiseptic Solution 500ml
KShs 1,570.00- Description
- Betadine Antiseptic solution contains Povidone Iodine 10% w/v which is used to prevent skin infections. It is an antiseptic applied on skin which is infected or is likely to get infected. It works by slowly releasing iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms.
- How to use
- Clean affected area with an antiseptic wash and apply Betadine antiseptic Swap Stick or 10% Antiseptic Wound Solution to disinfect. Tap to dry and apply Betadine 10% antiseptic Ointment.
- Precautions
- Pregnant and lactating mothers are encouraged to avoid using due to the potential risks to the fetus. There is a possible chance that the fetus may be at risk of reversible hypothyroidism. Although hypothyroidism is reversible, it may lead to future metabolic conditions.
Biogras Antiseptic Gauzes 10’s
KShs 685.00- Description
- Biogras is an antiseptic, soft paraffin dressing which soothes and protects the wound whilst helping to reduce wound infection and inflammation.
Soothes and protects the wound and allows free passage of viscous exudate.
Open-weave gauze helps maintain shape and resist fraying when dressing is cut to shape.
Effective against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. - Precautions
- Should not be used on more than 10% of body area.
Should not be used in known cases of sensitivity or allergy to chlorhexidine.
Avoid contact with eyes, middle ear, meninges and brain.
Cotton Wool 400g
KShs 410.00- Description
- Highly absorbent disposable 100% Cotton wool rolls. Made from raw cotton which has been combed to remove impurities and then bleached with a high-temperature, high-pressure, pure oxygen process.
- How to use
- It employed as a surgical dressing; it serves as a mechanical protection to absorb blood, mucus or pus and to keep bacteria from infecting wounds.
- Precautions
- CONTRAINDICATION: Do not use if the package is damaged or the product is expired. Do not use if the product is damped or moulded