Calmoseptine Ointment - 4 oz tube
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- Contains calamine, zinc oxide, menthol and lanolin
- For temporary relief of discomfort and itching
- Helps to protect and heal skin irritations
- Provides multipurpose moisture barrier
Calmoseptine Ointment
Calmoseptine Ointment helps to protect and heal skin irritations from feeding tube leakage, incontinence of urine or feces, minor burns, scrapes, diaper rash or wound drainage, fecal or vaginal fistulas, and moisture such as perspiration. Temporarily relieves discomfort and itching. Provides a multipurpose moisture barrier. Contains calamine, zinc oxide, menthol and lanolin.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF CALMOSEPTINE OINTMENT
Incontinence
1. Gently clean the skin with a mild skin cleanser and/or
water.
2. Rinse with clean water.
3. Pat the area dry with a clean towel or gauze.
4. Apply a small amount of Calmoseptine Ointment to cover the
area completely.
5. Repeat after each bowel movement or when skin becomes wet with
urine or drainage. It is not necessary to remove all of the
Calmoseptine when soiling occurs. Simply cleanse soiled
area and reapply the Calmoseptine where needed to provide
complete protection.
1. Gently cleanse area with normal saline, mild skin cleanser or
soap and water.
2. Apply a thin layer of Calmoseptine to the skin around the
tube.
3. If necessary to control drainage and protect clothing, cover
the ointment with a drain sponge or other dressing.
4. Twice a day application is usually sufficient. If the
dressing becomes saturated, it should be replaced more
frequently, not reinforced. A thick dressing holds the
drainage against the skin and can make the problem worse.
5. It is not necessary to remove all of the Calmoseptine with
each dressing change. Simply wipe drainage away and reapply
Calmoseptine and dressing.
1. Cleanse area gently and pat or air dry. It is very
important that the area is thoroughly dry.
2. Apply a small amount of Calmoseptine Ointment.
3. Spread thinly and rub in well.
4. Reapply once or twice daily.
1. Remove dressing and cleanse the wound as ordered. Use
wound care solution to also cleanse drainage from the skin
surrounding the wound.
2. Apply a thin layer of Calmoseptine to skin surrounding the
wound.
3. Cover the wound and wound edges with an appropriate
dressing.
Note: Tape will not adhere to areas covered with Calmoseptine so
dressing must extend beyond those areas.
Using stoma powder (i.e.: Convatec Stomahesive® Powder,
Hollister
Premium® Powder) or karaya powder with Calmoseptine Ointment
can
help it adhere to weepy and denuded areas. This forms a
very protective, somewhat absorbent barrier.
1. Cleanse the area using normal saline or wound cleanser.
2. Very gently pat the area dry with sterile gauze.
3. Apply a light dusting of stoma or karaya powder to the denuded
area. This creates a dry surface to help the Calmoseptine stick
to the wound. Gently dust off excess powder.
4. Gently place a layer of Calmoseptine Ointment over the
powdered area.
5. Apply another light coating of the powder over the
Calmoseptine Ointment.
6. It may be necessary to repeat, adding another layer of
Calmoseptine and powder in order to entirely cover the wound.
7. Repeat after each bowel movement or diaper or dressing
change. As in above applications, it is not necessary or
advisable to remove all of the Calmoseptine each time. Simply cleanse
the surface and reapply the ointment where
necessary.
It is not usually necessary to entirely remove Calmoseptine Ointment from the skin. Any soiled areas can be cleansed of soil leaving a thin layer of ointment. More Calmoseptine Ointment is then applied only where necessary. This minimizes trauma to the skin from friction during cleansing.
If it is necessary to thoroughly cleanse the ointment from the skin, Calmoseptine Ointment can be removed by wiping with a clean dry cloth or gauze. Skin or wound cleansers with surfactants may also be used.
If skin is tender or fragile, or if stoma powder has been used and the ointment is crusted, patting or rubbing with oil (mineral, vegetable, or baby oil) will soften the ointment for easier removal. Any residual can then be removed with soap and water or a skin or wound cleanser.
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2 Questions | 12 Answers
Q:
Should there be a slight burning sensation when applying Calmoseptine to vaginal area?
Asked on Oct 28, 2011 7:58:53 AM by Char from Mass
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should not be used in the vaginal area or any mucous membranes
Answered on Dec 17, 2012 5:33:06 PM by fran from florida
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It is the menthol that makes it feel like its burning
Answered on Dec 17, 2012 6:01:41 PM by Tara from Gallipolis
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maybe its the menthol but it should cool right away
Answered on Dec 18, 2012 3:16:55 PM by lisa from hm
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Calmoseptine hasMenthol 0.44% so it's reasonalbe that there would be a burning sensation in sensitive areas. In caring for mom (post stroke) we are careful to not use Calmoseptine for vulvar skin care. For that area, Dr. recommended "small amounts of A&D OIntment) as often as needed to protect the skin.
Answered on Dec 19, 2012 10:08:17 PM by caregiver daughter from Midwest
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The menthol would cause a burning sensation in the delicate vaginal tissue. I would not use this in the vaginal area unless specifically directed by a nurse or other medical professional who instructed me on care of a fistula or other wound in the vaginal or perineal area. Good luck!
Answered on Dec 21, 2012 11:17:27 PM by Elizabeth from Riverside, CA
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Yes, because of the ingredients (menthol) it will sting, especially on the sensitive areas. It should go away quickly. This ointment is excellent at healing and protecting diaper rash.
Answered on Dec 22, 2012 10:46:42 AM by Marianne from Mass
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DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THIS HELPS BACK OF THIGH PRESSURE SORES FROM SITTING IN WHEELCHAIR ALL DAY,OR DOES ANYONE KNOW WHAT STOPS THE PAIN AND BREAKDOWN OF SKIN? THANK YOU FOR ANY HELP!!
Asked on Jun 2, 2011 8:54:22 AM by BUDDAMAN1260 from ORLANDO,FL
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Go to your nearest non profit for rehab products to see who can custom fit you with the proper seat. Both in material, whether that be roho or another with pressure mapping based on your pressure points. If they cannot do it, they can usually point you to a resource that can.
Answered on Aug 13, 2011 1:06:14 PM by d in TX from Texas
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My father has pressure sores on his bottom and nothing worked as well as silver sulfadiazine cream. It has to be prescribed by a doctor but it really helps.
Answered on Sep 8, 2011 11:10:26 AM by D from Atlanta
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CALMOSEPTINE DOES NOT STOP BREAKDOWN, THE ONLY WAY TO STOP BREAKDOWN IS FREQUENT REPOSITIONING, APPLY CREAM AND MOVE AT LEAST EVERY 2 HOURS TO NEW POSITION
Answered on Dec 17, 2012 5:34:27 PM by fran from FLORIDA
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Before trying to solve this problem yourself with products, I would suggest that you ask your physician for a referral for a visiting nurse specializing in wound care. We did that for my elderly grandmother, who had a pressure sore on her bottom, and the wound care nurse educated us on exactly how to treat the area, what products to use, the best kind of seat for the wheelchair, how to position my grandmother, etc. The pressure sore got so much better! All best to you.
Answered on Dec 21, 2012 11:20:01 PM by Elizabeth from Riverside, CA
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This is the best ointment for bed sore that i have ever found. I have ordered so many ointments, and the nurse told me my mothers bed sore was a stage four bed sore. It is healed, by persistence, this creme, and not sitting on her butt for more than 4 hours at a time. She is totally healed. I would highly highly recommend this, My nurses aid told me it is the best stuff, in all her jobs that she has worked.
Answered on Jan 4, 2013 5:53:48 PM by Kay from Huntingdon valley, PA
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It works well for bed sores but you must also try to relieve pressure on that area using a pillow to prop up the butt.
Answered on Mar 26, 2014 10:42:23 PM by Floss from Santa Barbara,CA
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Part Number(s): 168 0016, 07981400
Mfg Part Number(s): 000104
Scrip Part Number(s): 168 0016, 068 6049