Hydrogel is a polymer that contains 98% water and 2% polyamide, capable of absorbing and retaining water or other fluids quickly, and is therefore widely used in medicine in the form of dressings or ointments for wound healing.
In addition, hydrogel is widely used in the industry for the manufacture of gelatinous contact lenses, facial hydration masks, diapers, breastfeeding pillows or transdermal adhesives for drug release, for example.
Hydrogel can be liquid or solid, being approved in Brazil to be used only on the skin and should not be injected into the body, as it has several risks especially when injected into large quantities, such as infections or even tissue necrosis.
So that Serve
Hydrogel serves to aid wound healing as it absorbs excess fluids and wound toxins, provides moisture to wound relieving pain and prevents infections.
In addition, hydrogel dressing removes necrotic tissue and stimulates skin regeneration.
In the cosmetic area, in facial masks, for example, hydrogel serves to moisturize the skin or as a vehicle for the release of extracts on the skin.
Hydrogel also serves to release medications in transdermal adhesives, for example.
The use of hydrogel should be done with the dermatologist’s orientation and monitoring of healing and cleaning of the wound by the nurse.
Make an appointment with a dermatologist in the nearest region:
When it is indicated
Hydrogel is indicated in the form of dressings or ointments for wound healing, such as:
- Rate or pressure ulcers;
- Diabetic foot ulcer;
- Venous and arterial ulcers;
- Small first or high school burns;
- Wounds with partial or total loss of tissues;
- Rosy, smooth and granular wounds;
- Cuts or abrasions on the skin;
- Crackers in nipples in breastfeeding.
Hydrogel can be used in dry, humid, necrosis, with or without superficial or deep wounds, for example, to moisturize and/or promote wound debridement.
Can hydrogel be used by injection?
The injectable hydrogel, with aqualift trade name, was approved by Anvisa to fill regions of the face, in the case of grooves and wrinkles, and the body, used in small volumes.
However, the injectable hydrogel aqualift is overdue, not being marketed in Brazil, due to the risks of complications.
Therefore, the application of hydrogel injection is not authorized by ANVISA.
How to use
The way of using hydrogel depends on its presentation and includes:
1. Dersani Hidrogel
Dersani hydrogel ointment has healing and bactericidal action, promoting wound hydration in general and burn, favoring the elimination of dead tissue, and protecting the skin, helping to relieve pain in the wound site.
In addition, Dersani hydrogel helps in skin regeneration, accelerating wound healing as it contains fatty acids and vitamins A and and its composition.
How to use: Clean the wound with 0.9% saline and dry the skin with the use of sterile gauze. It is important to use gloves to avoid injury infection. Then apply the ointment hydrogel inside the wound and make a curative with sterile gauze. See how to use hydrogel ointment correctly.
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2. DERSANI HYDROGEL WITH ALGINATO
Dersani hydrogel with alginate is an ointment suitable for moist wounds, with moderate to intense exudate, with or without bleeding or infection.
Alginate in the composition of the hydrogel ointment because it absorbs excess moisture or blood from the wound, forms a gel that keeps the wound wound, facilitating healing.
How to use: Clean the skin with the wound using 0.9% saline and dry well with a sterile gauze. Then apply the dearsani hydrogel ointment with alginate to the wound without exceeding the edges of the wound. Cover the wound with a sterile gauze.
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3. Curatec hidrogel
Curatec hydrogel ointment keeps wound wounded and hydrated, which helps in healing, softening of tissues and wound disbelief.
In addition, another ointment such as Curatec Hydrogel with PHMB (Biguanide Polyhexamethylene) has action against bacteria, fungi and yeast, and helps to prevent the formation of biofilm in the wound, which allows decontamination and protects against infections.
How to use: Before using the Curatec Hydrogel ointment, cleaning and irrigation should be cleaned and irrigated with 0.9% saline and dry well with a sterile gauze. Then apply the ointment to the wound bed, not exceeding its edge. Make a dressing with a sterile gauze then. See how to make the bandage in wounds correctly.
4. Celacyn hidrogel
Celacyn hydrogel ointment contains hypochlorous acid and silicone with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action, which repairs, protects and moisturizes the skin, stimulating faster recovery, which improves the color and appearance of the skin.
This ointment is indicated for the treatment of thick or ancient keloid scars or new caused by surgery, burns or wounds.
However, its use should be done on the completely healing skin and should not be used in third -degree burns or open wounds.
How to use: Before applying Celacyn hydrogel, the region should be washed with water and mild soap and dry the skin well. Then apply a thin layer of the ointment to the skin, spreading gently, up to 3 times a day or as directed by the dermatologist.
5. Gramacyn hidrogel
Gramacyn hydrogel is indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate acne as it has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antiseptic action.
This product is found with the name Gramacyn Combo-Pack, containing a skin cleansing solution and a hydrogel solution to apply after cleaning.
How to use: Wash your face with water and mild soap and dry gently with a clean, dry towel. Then apply the cleaning solution, letting it dry naturally. Then apply a thin layer of the hydrogel solution to the pimples massaging gently, letting it act for 5 minutes. Remove the hydrogel solution with a cleaning scarf without rinsing.
This procedure can be repeated up to 3 times a day, as directed by the dermatologist.
6. Hydrogel cushion
The hydrogel cushion is indicated for pain relief or discomfort caused by cracks or sensitivity in nipples and areolas in the first week of breastfeeding, as it has a soothing effect, and forming a protective barrier.
This product can be found with the names hydrogel cushion melaela or the hydrogel cushion for sensitive nipples, and the pillows are sterile, packaged individually and can be reused for a period of up to 24 hours.
How to use: Wash your hands with water and neutral soap, and then place the pillow over the nipples, with part of the gel facing the nipples. Before breastfeeding, the hydrogel cushion should be removed, placing it on a clean surface. Then wash the nipples with warm water and dry gently. After breastfeeding, wash your hands and replace the hydrogel cushion in the nipples.
Hydrogel use risks
Hydrogel in the form of ointment, dressing, facial hydration masks or breastfeeding pillows is considered safe, with no health risks.
However, hydrogel on the skin may cause irritation, which should be communicated to the doctor or nurse.
In addition, hydrogel can also cause serious allergic reactions with symptoms such as swelling on the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing. In such cases, you should go to the emergency room immediately. Learn about identifying all severe allergic reaction symptoms.
Hydrogel injection has greater risks of serious complications, especially when applied in larger than recommended volumes, and may cause infections, compression of blood vessels and nerves, tissue necrosis, thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, which can endanger life.
For this reason, injectable hydrogel is not authorized for use in Brazil.
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