SKIN GLUE/ADHESIVE: WOUND CARE INSTRUCTIONS

SKIN GLUE/ADHESIVE: Topical Skin Adhesive (2-octyl cyanoacrylate) is a sterile, liquid, skin adhesive that holds wound edges together. The film will usually remain in place for 5 to 10 days, then, naturally sloughs (fall) off your skin.

The following will answer some of your questions and provide instructions for proper care for your wound while it is healing:

Check Wound Appearance

Mild swelling, redness, and pain are common with all wounds and normally will go away as the wound heals. If swelling, redness, or pain increase or if the wound feels warm to touch contact your physician. If the wound edges reopen or separate, contact your physician.

Bandaging

• If bandaged, keep the bandage dry.
• Replace the dressing daily until the adhesive film has fallen off or if it should become wet unless otherwise instructed by your physician.
• DO NOT SCRATCH, RUB, or PICK at the SKIN GLUE adhesive film. This may loosen the film before your wound is healed.
• DO NOT place tape directly over the SKIN GLUE adhesive film because removing the tape may also remove the film.
• Protect the wound from prolonged exposure to sunlight or tanning lamps while the film is in place.

Topical Medications

• DO NOT apply liquid or ointment medications or any other product to your wound while the SKIN GLUE adhesive film is in place. This may loosen the film before your wound is healed.

Keep Wound Dry and Protected

• Protect your wound from repeat injury until the skin has had sufficient time to heal.
• You may occasionally and briefly wet your wound in the shower or bath.
• DO NOT soak or scrub your wound, swim, and avoid periods of heavy perspiration until the SKIN GLUE adhesive has naturally fallen off. After showering or bathing, gently blot your wound dry with a soft towel.
• If a protective dressing is being used, apply a fresh, dry bandage, keeping tape off the SKIN GLUE/ADHESIVE* adhesive film.
• Apply a clean, dry bandage over the wound if necessary to protect the wound.

If you have any questions or concerns about this product, please consult your physician.