Important Safety Information
Indications and Usage
Luxamend® is indicated for use in:
- Full Thickness Wounds, Pressure Sores, Dermal Ulcers including Lower Leg Ulcers
- Superficial Wounds
- 1st and 2nd Degree Burns, including Sunburns
- Dermal Donor and Graft Site Management
- Radiation Dermatitis
- Minor Abrasions
Contraindications
Luxamend is contraindicated for use on bleeding wounds, skin rashes related to food or medicine allergies, and when an allergy to one of the ingredients is known.
Warnings
- In radiation therapy, Luxamend may be applied as directed by the treating physician. Do not apply 4 hours prior to a radiation session.
- Do not apply Luxamend to dermal grafts until after the graft has successfully taken.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
Precautions
- For the treatment of any dermal wound, consult a physician. Use Luxamend only as directed.
- Luxamend does not contain a sunscreen and should not be used prior to extended exposure to the sun.
- The use of Luxamend on skin rashes due to allergies has not been studied sufficiently and therefore is not recommended.
- If clinical signs of infection are present, appropriate treatment should be initiated. If clinically indicated, use of Luxamend may be continued during the anti-infective therapy.
- If condition does not improve within 10-14 days, consult a physician.
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