Dermogard Gel, Silver Nitrate

Dermogard Gel is used to prevent infections. Dermogard Gel is also used for Hemostatic, Wound healing, Stoma maintenance,Pain relief and Removal of unwanted tissue.

Silver nitrate works by inhibiting the growth of both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Silver nitrate does this by precipitating bacterial protein through the release of liberated silver ions. Silver nitrate also forms an eschar by coagulation of cellular proteins. Silver nitrate works by Drying the wound quickly.

Some of the potential side effects of Silver nitrate can include the symptoms below;

Burning sensation,
Hair discoloration,
Itching,
Methemoglobinaemia