Medical glue "BF"

Glue "BF" is a well-known external antiseptic used in medicine for disinfection and prompt healing of cuts, burns, cracks, scratches, abrasions and other minor skin lesions. The use of "BF" for medical purposes began in the middle of the last century. Since then, many have included it in their first-aid kits and are successfully used as first aid.

Glue "BF" is not only a bactericidal, but also an insulating agent that creates a protective film on the surface of the skin, resistant to chemical and mechanical influences, which facilitates the connection of tissues without stitching. Apply "BF" (glue) for the treatment of wounds in adults and children older than one year. Contraindication to the use of the drug is hypersensitivity.

In addition, the drug "BF" is used in dentistry for the treatment of the roots of teeth during the surgical treatment of inflammatory processes.

The glue is a yellowish colorless liquid with a characteristic pungent odor. This is an alcoholic solution of synthetic resin, rosin and polyvinyl butyral with the addition of a special substance that imparts elasticity to the preparation.

Method of application

The damaged skin area is carefully cleaned of dirt, stopping blood with a gauze pad and drying. Then an even thin layer, but sufficient to form a film, cover the place of abrasion, capturing unaffected areas. An additional dressing is not required. After drying, the glue forms a protective elastic film, on which you can always apply another layer. Clay "BF" keeps on the surface of the skin for three or four days. After healing, wounds of the wound are very easily removed.

Advantages and disadvantages

Glue BF has long been recognized as an effective and affordable means for the treatment and healing of wounds. It is inexpensive, easy to apply, quickly dries, keeps well. Promotes rapid tightening of wounds without the use of dressings from bandage or plaster. Protective film, formed on the surface of the skin, perfectly protects the site of damage from contamination and water.

What disadvantages is the glue "BF-6"? The use of glue is accompanied by a rather sharp smell and a strong burning sensation. The latter can be a problem in treating a child's wounds. In addition, the product can cause allergies. There are many cases when after application of glue the skin began to swell, itching appeared. Some are inclined to attribute to the disadvantages of glue unaesthetic appearance of the treated abrasion, but this minus is rather doubtful, especially since bandaged, for example, the finger looks much more unattractive, and it's only about three or four days.

Storage conditions

Glue "BF" should be kept out of reach of children and protected from sunlight. Storage temperature not more than +25 ° C. Nearby there should be no heating devices and open flames. Adhesive is suitable for 4 years from the date of manufacture. The release date is always indicated on the package. At the end of the expiration date, the adhesive can not be applied and must be recycled.