Collagenase Santyl Ointment (Collagenase)

Collagenase Santyl Ointment (Collagenase) is a prescription ointment used to help the healing of burns and skin ulcers. Collagenase is an enzyme. It works by helping to break up and remove dead skin and tissue. This may help antibiotics to work better and speed up the body’s natural healing process.

Manufacturer Information

Our Canadian Pharmacy currently offers the brand Collagenase Santyl Ointment from Canada manufactured by Cardinal Health. There is no generic available for this medication. Collagenase Santyl Ointment is available in the strength of 250 u/gm ointment.

The common side effects of Collagenase Santyl Ointment may include pain or burning feeling at the affected area and temporary redness or irritation.

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Inform your doctor right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious infection such as:

• Fast breathing;
• Fast heartbeat;
• Fever chills;
• Warm skin;
• Weakness

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Please call your doctor if you have any further concerns or questions.

You should not use Collagenase Santyl Ointment is you are allergic to Collagenase or if you have any other allergies. Before you start taking this medication, talk to your doctor about your medical history and about all the medications you take including OTC and herbal medication. To avoid redness or irritation in the surrounding skin, be careful to apply the ointment only within the affected area. Avoid using solutions that contain acid or metal as soaking liquids because these will decrease the effect of collagenase ointment. It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk.