Becaplermin

Becaplermin is used in combination with other medicines to help heal ulcers of the feet or lower legs caused by diabetes. Becaplermin is a wound-healing agent, and works by helping the body to form specific cells involved in wound healing and subsequent tissue growth.

Do not use Becaplermin if you are allergic to any of the ingredients present in it, or if you have a tumor or any other form of cancerous growth at the site where Becaplermin is to be applied. Before using Becaplermin tell your doctor if you are using any prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, or other herbal and dietary pills and supplements, if you are allergic to certain food items or substances, if you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, or if you have a history of cancer.

Becaplermin is available in the form of a gel, which is topically applied to the site of the ulcer, in doses determined by the doctor. Do not use any other gels or creams after using Becaplermin.

Side effects of Becaplermin include allergic reactions and irritation at the site of application.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Skin Rash

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Plermin 0.01% gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Becaplermin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Becaplermin as ingredient

• Plermin 0.01% Gel

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

• Plermin 0.01% W/V Gel

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medicine works together with natural PDGFs to enhance the proliferation process of wound healing by recruitment of surrounding healthy cells to the ulcer, increasing their division, and enhancing new skin formation.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.