SILVER NITRATE, 40%, pencil
STD
DEXTSILN1U-
Valid Article
Account code:
60000
HS Code:
300490
Last Updated on:
21/11/2024, 22:15:07
Former
Code(s):
-X
13.2 - Anti-infective medicines
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use.
The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
D08AL01
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
OC subscriptions: included in supply or field order tools (e.g. UniField)
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OC validations: approved for procurement and use by an OC for international or local orders specifying context and activity in Medical Standard Lists (MSL)
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SILVER NITRATE pencil
Full Name
Silver nitrate sticks or caustic pencils
- Not in the WHO list of Essential Medicines 2023
Therapeutic Action
Natural, inorganic chemical compound with antimicrobial properties
Cauterizing agent as an applicator stick (silver nitrate sticks or caustic pencils) activated by contact with moisture. When applied to wounds, silver nitrate pencil delivers free silver ions to the tissue that form an eschar as they bind to tissue and obstruct vessels.
Indications
Mainly indicated in case of hypertrophic scar, particularly for umbilical cords.
Instructions for use
The MSF standard is 40% dosage, to prevent burns when used in infants.
Storage
Below 25ºC