Surgical Cotton I.P.

Overview

Surgical cotton (absorbent cotton I.P.) is a sterile-grade cotton wool used for cleaning wounds, applying or absorbing fluids and antiseptics, and general first-aid and dressing purposes.

Recommendations

• Use to clean around minor cuts, scrapes and to apply antiseptic lotions.
• Use a fresh piece for each application and discard after use.
• Pair with an antiseptic and a proper dressing for wound care.
• Keep some in a home or travel first-aid kit.
• Widely available and inexpensive through Jan Aushadhi outlets.

Do's

• Wash your hands before handling it for wound care.
• Store it in a clean, dry, closed container.
• Use clean cotton and dispose of used pieces hygienically.

Don'ts

• Do not reuse cotton that has touched a wound or fluids.
• Do not pack cotton fibres directly into a deep or open wound.
• Do not use damp, soiled or contaminated cotton.

Others

This is a basic medical supply, not a medicine; seek medical care for deep wounds, heavy bleeding, or signs of infection such as spreading redness, pus or fever.

Overview

Absorbent surgical cotton is a medical dressing material used to clean skin and wounds, absorb fluids, and apply antiseptics in first aid and clinical care.

Recommendations

• Use for skin cleansing and to apply or absorb antiseptic solutions.
• Use a clean piece each time and dispose of it after a single use.
• Combine with appropriate dressings for proper wound management.
• Keep within a stocked first-aid kit.
• Choose sterile cotton where a sterile field is required.

Do's

• Clean your hands before use.
• Keep it stored clean and dry.
• Dispose of used cotton hygienically.

Don'ts

• Do not reuse contaminated cotton.
• Do not leave loose fibres inside a wound.
• Do not use if the packaging is damaged or soiled.

Others

This is a consumable supply rather than a medicine; seek professional care for deep wounds, uncontrolled bleeding or signs of infection.

Overview

Absorbent cotton (surgical cotton) is a first-aid and medical supply used to clean wounds, absorb fluids, and apply antiseptics or cleansing solutions to the skin.

Recommendations

• Use for cleansing minor wounds and applying antiseptics.
• Use a fresh piece for each application and discard it afterward.
• Follow with an appropriate bandage or dressing.
• Keep some in a home or workplace first-aid kit.
• Use sterile cotton when sterility is needed.

Do's

• Wash hands before handling.
• Store in a clean, dry, closed container.
• Dispose of used pieces properly.

Don'ts

• Do not reuse cotton that has contacted a wound.
• Do not leave cotton fibres inside an open wound.
• Do not use damp or contaminated cotton.

Others

This is a supply item, not a drug; seek medical attention for deep wounds, significant bleeding, or signs of infection such as increasing redness, warmth, pus or fever.