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Brand Name :
Multidex
Synonyms :
maltodextrin
Class :
Anti-inflammatory, Locally Applied
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Gel
7.1 ml
14.2 ml
85.2 ml
Powder
6 g
12 g
25 g
45 g
Apply 1/4-inch-thick dressing on entire shallow wound and then completely fill in deep wounds with help of dressing
It may be applied onto moist or dry, infected or noninfected wounds
Dressing should be change in one or two times in a day
Contraindicated
Refer to adult dosing
Actions and Spectrum
maltodextrin can act as a filler or diluent to bulk up a drug formulation to a specific volume or weight, making it easier to handle during manufacturing and administration. It creates a barrier of protection around the wound and a favourable environment for tissue growth.
Frequency not defined
None
Black Box Warning
None
Contraindication/Caution:
Contraindication:
Caution:
Pregnancy consideration:
Pregnancy category: N/A
Lactation: Excretion into human milk is unknown
Pregnancy Categories:
Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester.
Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women.
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category.
Pharmacology
Limited information available
Pharmacodynamics
Limited information available
Pharmacokinetics
Limited information available on ADME
Administration
maltodextrin is applied topically, and it is available in gel and powder form.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: maltodextrin
Why do we use maltodextrin?
maltodextrin is widely used as a food additive, primarily as a thickener, filler and bulking agent.
maltodextrin is also used in wound dressing in the treatment of infected or noninfected wounds.