Generic name: silver nitrate
Dosage form: topical stick
Drug class:Antiseptic and germicides
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 24, 2022.
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INDICATIONS: For cauterization of skin or mucous membrane and for removing warts and granulated tissue.
DIRECTIONS: The healthcare professional moistens the applicator tip with distilled water and applies the silver nitrate to the affected area by holding, rubbing, or rotating the tip along the affected tissue. The strength of the action is controlled by the dilution with distilled water. One Grafco silver nitrate applicator is generally sufficient for each application.
CONTRAINDICATIONS: Silver salts stain tissue black due to depositon of reduced silver. The stain gradually disappears within a period of two weeks.
WARNINGS: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. The active ingredients are poisonous and may be fatal when ingested in sufficient doses. The symptoms include toxic gastroenteritis, which may lead to coma, convulsion, paralysis and profound alteration of respiration. If poisoning occurs, consult a physician. In case of eye contact, hold eyes open and immediately flush thoroughly with water for a least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
PRECAUTION: Silver nitrate is a caustic substance. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as needed. Take care to confine the silver nitrate to the area being treated by using an appropriate physical or chemical barrier to prevent staining or burning of untreated tissue.
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