Pronunciation: BAL-sum pe-ROO/KAS-tor oil/TRIP-sin
Generic Name: Balsam Peru/Castor Oil/Trypsin
Brand Name: Granulex
Granulex Spray is used for:
Treating skin wounds and promoting wound healing.
Granulex Spray is a wound agent. It works by stimulating blood vessel activity and removal of unhealthy tissue. The castor oil works as a lubricant to protect the tissue.
Do NOT use Granulex Spray if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Granulex Spray
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Granulex Spray:
Some medical conditions may interact with Granulex Spray. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a wound that contains a certain type of fresh blood clot
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Granulex Spray. Because little, if any, of Granulex Spray is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.
Ask your health care provider if Granulex Spray may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Granulex Spray:
Use Granulex Spray as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Shake well before each use.
- Clean the wound before applying Granulex Spray.
- Hold the can upright about 12 inches from the area to be treated. Spray to cover the area quickly. The area may be left uncovered. It also can be covered with a dressing if your doctor directs you to do so.
- To remove, wash gently with water.
- Wash your hands immediately after using Granulex Spray, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
- Granulex Spray is for external use only. Avoid spraying in the eyes, nostrils, or mouth.
- If you miss a dose of Granulex Spray, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Granulex Spray.
Important safety information:
- Granulex Spray may cause harm if it is swallowed. If you may have taken it by mouth, contact your poison control center or emergency room right away.
- It may take several days for Granulex Spray to work. Do not stop using Granulex Spray without checking with your doctor.
- If your wound does not improve or becomes worse, check with your doctor.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Granulex Spray while you are pregnant. It is not known if Granulex Spray is found in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Granulex Spray, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Possible side effects of Granulex Spray:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Temporary stinging.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Granulex side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Granulex Spray may be harmful if swallowed.
Proper storage of Granulex Spray:
Store Granulex Spray at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Do not store above 120 degrees F (49 degrees C). Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not puncture, break, or burn the canister even if it appears to be empty. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Granulex Spray out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Granulex Spray, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Granulex Spray is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Granulex Spray. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
More Granulex resources
- Granulex Side Effects (in more detail)
- Granulex Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
- Granulex Drug Interactions
- Granulex Support Group
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