Bactigras is indicated for adjunctive treatment and prevention of infection in skin loss lesions, including wounds, burns and ulcers.
tulle gras
bactigras tulle gras is presented as a gauze of leno weave impregnated with white soft paraffin bp containing 0.5% chlorhexidine acetate bp. each sterile dressing is sealed separately in a foil-laminated pack. dressings are available in 10 cm x 10 cm, 5 cm x 5 cm,3cmx10cm, and 15 cm x 20 cm sizes. cartons contain 10 or 50 individually wrapped sterile dressings.
contraindications
bactigras is contraindicated in patients with a known, or suspected, sensitivity to chlorhexidine. due to the cationic properties of chlorhexidine, bactigras is incompatible with anionic surfactants and other anionic compounds. one layer of tulle gras only should be applied directly to the surface of lesions being treated, and this should be done with forceps under sterile conditions. avoid contact with eyes, the middle ear, meninges and brain.