When it comes to treating complex wounds and infections, combining advanced biomaterials with potent antibiotics offers a new frontier in wound management. COLLAMYCIN, a unique formulation of collagen with gentamicin, brings together the natural healing power of collagen and the targeted antimicrobial action of gentamicin to accelerate wound healing while effectively controlling infection.
What is COLLAMYCIN?
COLLAMYCIN is a sterile, topical wound dressing composed of Type I native collagen impregnated with gentamicin sulfate, a broad-spectrum aminoglycoside antibiotic. Designed for use in chronic, acute, and infected wounds, COLLAMYCIN supports tissue regeneration and bacterial control in one step.
Key Components:
- Collagen: A natural protein essential to wound healing; acts as a scaffold for cell migration, supports new tissue formation, and maintains a moist wound environment.
- Gentamicin: An antibiotic that inhibits bacterial protein synthesis, effectively eliminating Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria including Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Escherichia coli.
Benefits of COLLAMYCIN
1. Dual Action: Healing and Infection Control
By combining collagen with gentamicin, COLLAMYCIN not only supports rapid tissue repair but also provides localized antibacterial protection—reducing the risk of systemic antibiotic resistance.
2. Enhanced Wound Healing
Collagen promotes fibroblast activity, angiogenesis, and the deposition of new extracellular matrix, speeding up the natural healing process. It also minimizes scarring and supports epithelialization.
3. Targeted Antibacterial Effect
Gentamicin delivers high local concentrations of antibiotics directly to the wound site, suppressing infection without affecting surrounding tissues or requiring systemic administration.
4. Reduced Dressing Frequency
With its sustained-release action and antimicrobial protection, COLLAMYCIN can reduce the frequency of dressing changes, minimizing patient discomfort and healthcare costs.
5. Biocompatible and Safe
Collagen is well-tolerated by human tissue and minimizes immune responses. Gentamicin, when applied topically, avoids the risks associated with systemic antibiotics like nephrotoxicity or ototoxicity.
Indications
COLLAMYCIN is recommended for:
Infected wounds
Surgical wounds with high risk of infection
Diabetic ulcers
Pressure sores
Burns (1st and 2nd degree)
Traumatic wounds
Skin grafts and donor sites
Chronic non-healing ulcers
How to Use COLLAMYCIN
1. Wound Preparation: Cleanse the wound with sterile saline or suitable antiseptic. Debride necrotic tissue if necessary.
2. Application: Apply COLLAMYCIN directly over the wound bed, ensuring full contact with the surface.
3. Covering: Use a secondary dressing to secure COLLAMYCIN in place (e.g., non-adherent pad, gauze, or film).
4. Change Frequency: Replace dressing every 1–3 days, or as directed by a healthcare provider, depending on wound exudate and condition.
Precautions
- For topical use only.
- Do not use in patients allergic to collagen or gentamicin.
- Avoid use in deep or puncture wounds without professional supervision.
- Use with caution in large wounds where systemic absorption of gentamicin may occur.
- Monitor wound healing regularly and consult a wound care specialist for long-term or non-healing wounds.
Why Choose COLLAMYCIN?
In modern wound care, the demand for combination therapies that offer healing and infection control in one product is increasing. COLLAMYCIN answers that need with a science-backed formulation that reduces infection risk while promoting faster, better-quality healing. It’s an ideal solution for healthcare professionals managing high-risk wounds and infections.
Conclusion
Wound management requires a thoughtful approach that balances healing, infection control, and patient comfort. With COLLAMYCIN, clinicians have a powerful tool that does all three. Whether you're managing a post-operative wound or a stubborn diabetic ulcer, COLLAMYCIN offers a reliable, efficient, and effective treatment solution.