Scarlet Oil In Nitrofurazone Ointment

Topical wound dressing/stimulant for wound care and granulation tissue stimulation in horses. Topical wound stimulant/dressing. Mechanism: petroleum-based red dye preparation (contains scarlet red, sometimes nitrofurazone); scarlet red historically thought to promote epithelialization and granulation tissue stimulation. Used for open wounds in horses to protect granulation tissue and reduce excessive proud flesh. Primarily occlusive/protective function. Key information Topical wound preparation. Wear gloves. For external wound management. Store at room temperature.

Topical wound preparation: apply thin layer to wound or granulation tissue using gloved hands or swab. May be applied under a non-adherent dressing. External use only. Warn owners about red staining. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Administer as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and resume the normal schedule. Never double up doses to make up for a missed one.

Local skin maceration and delayed healing with prolonged occlusive use. Irritant to granulation tissue. Excessive proud flesh promotion if used over healthy granulation tissue. Staining of skin and hair (red dye). Generally minimal adverse effects with appropriate use.

For animals External use only. Do not apply to eyes or mucous membranes. Avoid use on healthy granulation tissue — may cause overgrowth. For people handling this medication Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Topical wound preparation — wear gloves (red dye stains skin). Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Petroleum base: avoid prolonged contact. Keep out of reach of children.

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