Monsel’s Solution

SKU: GL-0112-2.

Medical Chemical Monsel’s Solution, 2 oz. Dropper Bottle

Used to coagulate superficial bleeding such as that following skin biopsy
2 fluid ounces of Monsel’s solution, also known as ferric subsulfate, can also be used as a histology stain
Dropper bottle is amber to protect contents

Category: Gordon Laboratories. Tag: Astringent.

Description

Used as a styptic in its undiluted form. Helps to control bleeding during biopsy, LLETZ and laser procedures. A reddish-brown odorless liquid, widely known as Ferric Subsulfate Solution. Classified as an astringent, used as a styptic.

Pharmacology

Less irritating than Ferric Sulfate Solution, owing to the smaller proportion of Sulfuric Acid. It is soluble with water or alcohol, and is affected by light.

Directions

Apply to affected area.

Ingredients

Ferrous Sulfate, Sulfuric Acid, Nitric Acid, and Purified Water

Contraindications/Warnings

It should not be used in vesicular, bullous, or exudative (oozing) dermatoses because it may then cause permanent pigmentation on the skin. May be harmful if swallowed. Restricted use by or on order of a licensed Physician. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.