What is Coated Vicryl Used for?
Coated Vicryl Suture is a smooth, synthetic, absorbable suture that goes through tissue readily with minimal drag, and it has an appointment ease of handling, smooth tie down, and unsurpassed knot security.
Coated Vicryl Composition
Coated Vicryl is a synthetic, braided, absorbable suture made of polyglactin 910, a copolymer of l-lactide (10%) and glycolide (90%), then coated with calcium stearate. Coated Vicryl is sterilized by ethylene oxide and it comes in both clear and dyed forms.
How long does Coated Vicryl suture last?
The Coated Vicryl suture holds its tensile strength for approximately two to three weeks in tissue and is completely absorbed by acid hydrolysis within 8-10 weeks.
How long does coated Vicryl resorption take?
It takes about 40 to 60 days.
What is the difference between coated Vicryl and Vicryl Rapide?
Composition and handling is what differentiates Coated Vicryl and Vicryl Rapide.
What is another name for Vicryl suture?
Vicryl suture is also known as Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl, Vicryl Rapide).
Where can you buy Vicryl Suture in Nigeria?
Buy Vicryl Suture online at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
