Description BIAFINE® Topical Emulsion is a water-based emulsion formulated for the dressing and management of superficial wounds, minor abrasions, dermal ulcers, donor sites, 1st and 2nd degree burns, including sunburns, and radiation dermatitis.
Does Biafine heal skin?
"The wounds treated with the Biafine preparation healed in about eight days, as opposed to 12 days with the petrolatum gauze," Dr. Berson tells Dermatology Times. Biafine should not be used by patients who have allergies to certain medications or foods because it contains avocado.May 1, 2006
What is the difference between Biafine and Biafine act?
Biafine Act 139.5g Emulsion Cream, has the same formula as Biafine, it softens and heals surface burns and localized sunburn. - BiafineAct, an emulsion composed of 75% of water, brings the water into the dermis and the thicker the applied layer, the greater the amount of hydration.
Why is Biafine a prescription?
Why is Biafine Prescribed? (Indications) This medication is a water-based emulsion, prescribed for various types of wounds. It provides a moisturizer environment for the healing process.
Is Biafine good for hyperpigmentation?
Patients should apply antibacterial cream, such as Biafine (Ortho Dermatologics), and cover the affected area until fully healed. Once healed, patients may apply sunblock in order to treat and prevent hyperpigmentation.
Can Biafine be used on face?
Follow all instructions closely. Do not take Biafine (emollient cream, emulsion, gel, lotion, and ointment) by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, ears, and eyes (may burn).
What is Biafine good for?
This medication is used as a moisturizer to treat or prevent dry, rough, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations (such as diaper rash, skin burns from radiation therapy). Emollients are substances that soften and moisturize the skin and decrease itching and flaking.