This is a sterile 5mL solution containing 500mg of Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan (100mg/mL). It is used as a lavage during surgery to prevent adhesions primarily in abdominal and gynecological procedures. It is also used by veterinarians to strengthen scars after surgery.
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Ichon for Dogs, Cats & Horses - 100mg/ml 5ml, 5 vials (Manufacturer may vary) - [Adhesions Support]
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Description
Ichon is a preservative-free sterile solution used only by veterinarians after surgery to help prevent adhesions and strengthen scars in animals.
Key Features
- Equine, canine and feline critical care product
- Post-surgical lavage
- Supplied as a 5 ml vial
- Requires a veterinarian's prescription
How It Works
This product contains Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG) derived by bovine trachea. The PSGAG is applied as a final lavage by the veterinary surgeon in order to prevent post-surgical adhesions. Ichon can also aid in strengthening scars post-surgery.
Indications
- Ichon is an intra-peritoneal prophylactic agent for prevention of adhesions.
- Post-surgical lavage to prevent adhesions in gynaecological procedures.
- Strengthen post-surgical scar.
- For use on cats, dogs and horses
Directions
- Install this medical device as the final lavage prior to surgical closure of the abdominal incision.
- Install at a rate of 0.013 grams / kg in a 0.9 % sterile NaCl solution.
- Volume to be determined by veterinary surgeon.
- Discard any unused portion of vial contents.
Caution:
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Warning:
Not for food animal use. Keep out of reach of children.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Do not freeze.
Possible Side Effects
No serious side effects have been reported.
Precautions
This medication cannot be used in animals used for food. Always check with your veterinarian regarding the safety of this medication in your pet.
FAQ
- Sterile Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan.
- Derived from bovine trachea.
- Preservative Free.
Ichon is used as a medical device by veterinarians. It is used as a final lavage prior to surgical closure of the abdominal incision. Install at a rate of 0.013 grams / kg in a 0.9% sterile NaCl (sodium chloride) solution. The exact volume is calculated by the veterinary surgeon. Once the lavage has been performed, be sure to discard any unused portion of vial contents.
This product contains Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG) derived by bovine trachea. The PSGAG is applied as a final lavage by the veterinary surgeon in order to prevent post-surgical adhesions. Ichon can also aid in strengthening scars post-surgery.
This product contains Polysulfated Glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG) derived by bovine trachea. The PSGAG is applied as a final lavage by the veterinary surgeon in order to prevent post-surgical adhesions. Ichon can also aid in strengthening scars post-surgery.
