Because they set quickly, forming a flexible, waterproof, bandage that is sloughed naturally in 5 to 7 days, n-Butyl or a mixture of n-Butyl and 2-Octyl cyanoacrylate adhesives are the most popular choice by veterinary practitioners. Designed solely for topical application, medical Cyanoacrylate adhesives for the veterinary industry often contain a D&C; certified dye that allows for distinction between the product and bodily fluids. Once polymerized however, the cyanoacrylate dries clear, achieving a flexible bond for maintaining wound closure, thereby minimizing wound trauma and scar tissue.
Features of n-Butyl or mixture of n-Butyl and 2-Octyl cyanoacrylate in Animal Wound Management:
- Laceration and abrasions
- Closes minor cuts and speeds healing
- Stops immediate bleeding
- Minimizes wound scar tissue
- Gentle on wounds
- Pain-free, animal-friendly solution to stitches
- Biological sealant protect wound while healing
- Waterproof yet breathable, allowing skin transpiration to promote healing
- Acts as a barrier to keep foreign matter from entering (antimicrobial protective barrier) to the wound
- By sealing off capillary ends, the glue acts as a hemostatic agent. It also seals off exposed nerve endings.
- In some instances may eliminate the need for sutures and bandages
Applications of n-Butyl or mixture of n-Butyl and 2-Octyl cyanoacrylate:
- Declawing
- Tail ducking
- Lacerations and sealing surgical incisions
- Oral surgery, tooth extraction
n-Butyl or mixture of n-Butyl and 2-Octyl cyanoacrylate are purposely designed for veterinary use only. n-Butyl or mixture of n-Butyl and 2-Octyl cyanoacrylate are not intended for internal closure or on infected and/or deep puncture wounds, or below the epidermal layer.
The Shelf life of Veterinary Medical Cyanoacrylate Adheisves is 12 months months.
Additional specialty monomers for medical applications are available on request.
Sealtec AG is an adhesive supplier capable to develop final formulations and perform testing.