Furazone
INDICATIONS: For the prevention or treatment of surface bacterial
infections of wounds, burns, and cutaneous ulcers.
ADMINISTRATION: Apply directly on the lesion with a spatula or first
place on a piece of gauze. Application of a bandage is optional. This
preparation should be in contact with the lesion for at least 24 hours.
The dressing may be changed several times daily or left on the lesion for
a longer period.
CAUTION: In case of deep or puncture wounds or serious burns, use
only as recommended by a veterinarian. If redness, irritation or swelling
persists or increases, discontinue use; reconsult veterinarian. Avoid
exposure to alkaline material and fluorescent lighting.
Furazone Warnings
“HUMAN WARNING”
CARCINOGENESIS: NITROFURAZONE, THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT OF
FURA-ZONE OINTMENT HAS BEEN SHOWN TO PRODUCE MAMMARY
TUMORS IN RATS AND OVARIAN TUMORS IN MICE. SOME PEOPLE
MAY BE HYPERSENSITIVE TO THIS PRODUCT. EITHER WEAR GLOVES
WHEN APPLYING, OR WASH HANDS AFTERWARDS.
STORE AT CONTROLLED ROOM TEMPERATURE, 20-25⁰C (68-77⁰F)
KEEP AWAY FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT OR DIRECT SUNLIGHT
DO NOT USE ON HORSES INTENDED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
