Nanocrystalline Silver
About Nanocrystalline Silver
Nanocrystalline Silver is a topical medication used to treat wound infections. It helps in wound healing caused by serious burns and cuts. A burn is damage to the external skin or deeper tissues caused by various reasons.
Nanocrystalline Silver contains Nanocrystalline silver as an active ingredient. It forms a gel and releases nanocrystalline silver cations onto the wound bed when it comes into contact with wound exudate, demonstrating its absorbent quality.
Nanocrystalline Silver may cause certain side effects, such as burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These side effects gradually resolve during the treatment and do not require medical attention. Apply Nanocrystalline Silver as advised by your doctor.
Discontinue the use and inform your doctor if you observe any allergic reactions after applying the medicine. Let your doctor know if you have any previous allergies to topical medicines, silver-containing products, or liver/kidney problems before using Nanocrystalline Silver. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Nanocrystalline Silver
Medicinal Benefits
Nanocrystalline Silver contains Nanocrystalline Silver, which is used to treat burns and wound infections. It has antimicrobial properties that show bactericidal (kills bacteria) effects on many gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria and is also effective against yeast. This medicine works by destroying pathogens at low concentrations and helps provide easy incorporation of nanosilver particles for fast wound healing. Nanocrystalline Silver is also used to treat infected leg ulcers and pressure sores.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Nanocrystalline Silver
- Burning
- Itching
- Redness at the application site
- Irritation
Drug Warnings
Nanocrystalline Silver should be avoided, and inform your doctor if you observe any allergic reactions after applying the medicine. Inform your doctor about your complete medical and medication history to rule out any side effects. Try to wear sterile disposable gloves if you apply Nanocrystalline Silver for others and keep the treated area clean to prevent further infection. Please cover the burn wounds with Nanocrystalline Silver all the time and cover the treated area with dressings or bandages if advised by your doctor. Let your doctor know if you have any previous allergies to topical medicines, silver-containing products, or liver/kidney problems before using Nanocrystalline Silver. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine should be used in children only if prescribed by the paediatrician.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorThe interaction of Nanocrystalline Silver with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorIf you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before using Nanocrystalline Silver. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIf you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before using Nanocrystalline Silver. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
safeNanocrystalline Silver does not affect your driving ability.
Liver
consult your doctorIf you have liver problems, inform your doctor before using Nanocrystalline Silver.
Kidney
consult your doctorIf you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before using Nanocrystalline Silver.
Children
consult your doctorLimited data is available on the use of Nanocrystalline Silver in children. Please consult your doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Cool down the burn immediately by placing it under running water or applying a cool and wet compress until the pain decreases.
- Remove any accessories like jewellery, belts, and tight clothing you are wearing since burns can swell quickly.
- Consider getting a tetanus shot.
- Avoid harsh products on your skin.
- Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
- Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent bacterial infections.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Burns: A burn is damage to the skin or deeper tissues that can be caused by hot liquids, fire, electricity, and chemicals. The degree of severity of burns is based on the size and depth of the burn. Nanocrystalline Silver is used for the treatment of leg ulcers, blisters, surgical cuts, abrasions, cracked skin, minor skin cuts, wounds, pressure sores, and burns.
Bacterial infection: Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and cause illness. Bacteria may be gram-positive (have thick cell walls) or gram-negative (do not have a cell wall).
FAQs
Nanocrystalline Silver is used to treat burns.
Nanocrystalline Silver works by destroying pathogens at low concentrations and helps provide easy incorporation of nanosilver particles for fast wound healing
Nanocrystalline Silver may cause itching of the skin at the site of application as a temporary side effect. However, if the itching persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
