Addex Ointment 10 gm

Your doctor may prescribe Addex Ointmen to treat the following types of wounds and help promote healing:

• Venous Leg Ulcers: Addex Ointmen helps clean long-term sores on the lower legs by absorbing excess fluid, removing dead tissue, and reducing bacteria that can delay healing.
• Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores): Addex Ointmen helps manage deep skin sores caused by prolonged pressure by keeping the wound clean and reducing the risk of infection.
• Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Addex Ointmen helps manage slow-healing diabetic foot wounds by removing debris, controlling bacteria, and creating a healthier environment for wound healing.

Using Addex Ointmen as prescribed helps support wound healing and reduce the risk of infection. Here are the key benefits you can expect:

• Keeps wounds clean: Addex Ointmen helps absorb wound fluid (exudate) and pus, reducing wound odour while preventing the surrounding skin from becoming waterlogged and damaged.
• Reduces discomfort during dressing changes: As the ointment gently removes dead tissue and debris, it helps reduce the pain and discomfort associated with dressing changes.
• Promotes faster wound healing: By creating a cleaner wound environment, Addex Ointmen supports tissue repair and helps you return to your daily activities and comfortable movement sooner.

• Use Addex Ointmen as directed by your doctor or as per the instructions on the label.
• Addex Ointmen is for external use only.
• Clean the affected area, apply the ointment, and rub gently until it gets fully absorbed.
• Wash your hands before and after applying unless the treatment is for your hands.
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

• Eat a protein-rich diet: Your body needs extra protein, vitamin C, and zinc to rebuild skin tissue and repair wounds. Focus on foods like lean meats, fish, eggs, beans, and leafy greens.
• Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day, as well-hydrated skin heals faster and is less prone to further breakdown.
• Relieve pressure: If your wound is a pressure sore or diabetic foot ulcer, avoid putting direct weight or pressure on the affected area to allow proper blood flow and healing.
• Manage your blood sugar: If you have diabetes, keeping your blood sugar levels within your target range is essential, as high blood sugar can severely delay wound healing and increase infection risk.
• Avoid smoking: Smoking reduces blood flow and oxygen supply to your skin, which can significantly slow down the healing process of chronic wounds.

• Monitor the colour change: Check the ointment colour during dressing changes; a shift from brown to a pale grey or white colour means it is time to apply a fresh layer.
• Check your thyroid: Your doctor may perform periodic blood tests to check your thyroid function if you use this ointment over a long period or on large wounds.
• Avoid dry wounds: Do not apply Addex Ointmen to dry, non-secreting wounds or dry scabs, as it requires wound fluid to work effectively and may stick to dry tissue.
• Do not mix treatments: Avoid applying other creams, ointments, or wound cleansers to the same area unless specifically instructed by your healthcare provider.
• Watch the application limit: Ensure you do not exceed the weekly application limit set by your doctor, as excessive use can increase the risk of side effects.