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Mafenide how supplied
Introduction
How Supplied
How Supplied
Mafenide Acetate , USP for 5% Topical Solution is available in packets containing 50 g of sterile Mafenide Acetate to be prepared using 1000 mL Sterile Water for Irrigation, USP or 0.9% Sodium Chloride Irrigation, USP. (See DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: MAFENIDE ACETATE USP for 5% Topical Solution: Directions for Preparation of the Solution.) The packets are supplied as follows:
Carton of five 50 g packets (NDC # 49884-902-78).
Recommended Storage
Packets
Store PACKETS in a dry place at room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).
Prepared Solution
Store SOLUTION at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) with excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature.]
The solution may be held for up to 28 days if stored in unopened containers.
ONCE A CONTAINER IS OPENED, ANY UNUSED SOLUTION MUST BE DISCARDED WITHIN 48 HOURS.[1]
References
References
Adapted from the FDA Package Insert.
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Chetan Lokhande, M.B.B.S [2]