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HYCOAT®                    

Patented Hyaluronate Sodium Sterile Solution

Protective Tissue Coating

Sodium hyaluronate/hyaluronic acid (HA) plays an important role in several aspects of the wound healing process. Topical application of hyaluronic acid to wounds in rats leads to enhanced epithelial migration and differentiation and accelerates wound healing with reduced tissue fibrosis.1 Additionally, the action of HA in water homeostasis could favor tissue hydration, which has a positive effect on healing.2 King et al. found that artificial enrichment of the wound tissue with HA improved the microcirculatory perfusion of repairing tissue in the hamster cheek pouch, reduced wound-induced extravasation, and accelerated wound closure.3 Findings provide evidence that HA has a regulatory influence in scarless tissue repair.4 Considering the various cell regulatory functions designated to HA, it is feasible to suggest that the reduced content of HA in the papillary dermis could predispose for the ulcerative process.5

Description:

HYCOAT® is a sterile 6 mL solution containing 30 mg of sodium hyaluronate. The average relative molecular weight of HYCOAT® exceeds 1.0 million Daltons.

Indications:

HYCOAT® is indicated for use in the management of :

bulletPressue ulcers (Stages I-IV)
bulletAcute wounds
bulletFirst and Second Degree Burns
bulletSurgically-induced wounds
bulletVenous stasis ulcers
bulletAutograft procedures

Precautions and Contraindications:

bulletNo known side effects, not intended for use as a long-term or permanent dressing.
bulletHYCOAT® is to be dispensed by prescription only.

Product Administration:

HYCOAT® is a sterile solution of sodium hyaluronate and should be handled accordingly.

  1. Cleanse wound/surgical site with warm sterile water or normal saline solution.
  2. Open vial or use syringe to withdraw the HA solution.
  3. Either pour directly from vial or dispense from syringe onto affected area.
  4. Cover treated area with non-stick dressing such as Telfa (Kendall).
  5. Change dressing as needed, repeating application of HYCOAT®.

*Wounds that are contaminated and/or infected should be debrided prior to using HYCOAT ®.

Storage:

Store at controlled room temperature (15o – 30o C). Protect from freezing.

How Supplied:

HYCOAT® is supplied in a sterile 6 mL vial containing 30 mg of sodium hyaluronate.

Product Ordering Information:

Reorder #610706 - 30mg/6 mL vial HYCOAT®

References:

  1. Maibach HI, Manuskiatti W. Hyaluronic Acid and Skin: Wound healing and aging. Int J Derm 1996; 35:540-541.
  2. Ibid.
  3. King SR, Hickerson WL, Proctor KG. Beneficial actions of exogenous hyaluronic acid on wound healing. Surgery 1991; 109:76-84.
  4. Mast BA, Frantz FW, Diegelmann RF, Krummel TM, Cohen IK. Hyaluronic acid degredation products induce neovascularization and fibroplasia in fetal rabbit wounds. Wound Rep Reg 1995: 3:71.
  5. Bertheim U, Hofer PA, Hellstrom S. The localization of hyaluronan in basal cell carcinomas and it’s possible role in the ulceration process. Wound Rep Reg 1996; 4:A136.

HEALTHCARE DISTRIBUTOR INQUIRIES WELCOME!

PLEASE E-MAIL ANITA M. PETITO AT hymed@hymed.com (include your name, company, telephone number(s) and e-mail address) or call 610-865-9876 between 9 AM – 5 PM EST.

If you are a veterinarian interested in purchasing HYCOAT®, contact a customer service representative at Neogen Corporation by calling 1-800-525-2022 or contact your favorite distributor.

 

The information given herein is believed to be reliable. However, no guarantee is made or liability assumed. The Hymed Group Corporation does not know all of the uses to which its products may be utilized or the condition of use. Therefore, The Hymed Group Corporation makes no claims or warranty concerning the fitness or suitability of the product for a particular use or purpose other than those outlined.

 

 

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