Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

Composition of Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS contains Polyglycolic acid (PGA) braided absorbable suture, size 4-0 (USP) / 1.5 metric; with needle (SN 3319PS). It belongs to the Absorbable synthetic braided suture (polyglycolic acid) class of medicines.

Uses of Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

• Soft tissue approximation and/or ligation in general surgery; suitable for suturing subcutaneous tissue
• mucosa and other tissues where an absorbable suture is indicated

Key benefits

• Predictable absorption by hydrolysis
• Good handling and knot security
• Reduced need for suture removal
• Suitable for soft tissue approximation and ligation
• Minimal tissue reactivity compared to natural sutures

How Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS works

Polyglycolic acid is an absorbable synthetic suture that provides temporary wound support and is gradually broken down in the body by hydrolysis. Tensile strength reduces progressively as healing occurs and the suture is absorbed over time.

How to take Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

Use only by trained healthcare professionals. Select appropriate suture size/needle for tissue and tension required. Handle gently; avoid crushing/kinking. Use standard surgical knotting technique (typically additional throws for braided sutures) and follow institutional protocol.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

Most side effects of Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Local tissue irritation
• inflammation
• pain
• swelling
• wound infection
• granuloma/foreign body reaction
• wound dehiscence
• allergic reaction (rare)

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

Warnings and precautions

Single-use only; do not re-sterilize. Do not use if pouch is opened, damaged, or past expiry. Risk of infection if asepsis is not maintained. Avoid use in tissues under prolonged high tension or where non-absorbable sutures are required. Absorption/tensile loss may be altered in infected tissues or patients with impaired healing.

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS. Some combinations can change how Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Trulon 4-0(1.5metric) Suture SN 3319PS

Store in original sterile pack at room temperature in a cool, dry place; protect from moisture, heat and direct sunlight; do not freeze unless specified by label.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Healthium Medtech Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Surgical suture (absorbable)

Drug class:

Absorbable synthetic braided suture (polyglycolic acid)