Silkin-1 Cutting Body (Silk)
Generic Name
Silk Suture Material
Manufacturer
Likely a generic manufacturer, or specific brand such as Ethicon, B.Braun
Country
Global
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Price Details
Current market pricing information
| Variant | Unit Price | Strip Price |
|---|---|---|
| silkin 1 cutting body silk suture material | ৳ 150.00 | N/A |
Description
Overview of the medicine
Silk suture is a non-absorbable, natural, braided, multi-filament surgical suture derived from the silkworm Bombyx mori. It is known for its excellent handling properties, high tensile strength, and knot security. It is frequently used for general soft tissue approximation and ligation, particularly in cases where prolonged tissue support is required but not permanent retention, as it gradually degrades in vivo.
Uses & Indications
Dosage
Adults
Selected based on tissue type, wound depth, and surgeon's preference (e.g., USP 2/0 for skin, USP 1 for fascial closure).
Elderly
Selected based on tissue type, wound depth, and surgeon's preference, same as adults.
Renal_impairment
N/A (selection is based on surgical need, not patient's organ function)
How to Take
Used by trained medical professionals during surgical procedures to close wounds, ligate vessels, and approximate tissues.
Mechanism of Action
Silk suture mechanically approximates tissue edges or ligates blood vessels, providing temporary or long-term structural support until healing occurs. Its braided structure offers good knotting ability and security. While considered non-absorbable, silk gradually loses tensile strength over time and is eventually encapsulated by fibrous tissue.
Pharmacokinetics
Onset
Immediate mechanical support upon placement.
Excretion
N/A (remains in situ or removed)
Half life
N/A (not a drug with metabolic half-life)
Absorption
Gradual loss of tensile strength over 1-2 years, encapsulated by fibrous tissue. Not truly absorbed.
Metabolism
N/A (degradation is mechanical/enzymatic encapsulation, not metabolism)
Side Effects
Contraindications
- •Patients with known allergies or sensitivities to silk
- •Infected tissues (risk of bacterial harborage due to braided nature)
- •Procedures requiring permanent retention of tensile strength beyond 1-2 years
- •Use in urinary or biliary tract where crystallization or stone formation might occur
Drug Interactions
N/A
Suture is a mechanical device, not a drug, so it has no direct drug interactions.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Maintain sterile packaging until use.
Overdose
N/A (Not applicable to suture material)
Pregnancy & Lactation
The use of silk suture during pregnancy and lactation is determined by the necessity of the surgical procedure and does not have direct contraindications related to the suture material itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this medicine
Pack Sizes
Shelf Life
Typically 3-5 years from manufacturing date, depending on sterilization and packaging integrity.
Availability
Hospitals, Clinics, Surgical Supply Stores
Approval Status
Approved by relevant medical device regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA, CE, DGDA)
Patent Status
General (many manufacturers)
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