What is Di-Dak Sol?
Di-Dak Sol is an antibacterial medicine prescribed to treat or prevent infections associated with skin ulcers or pressure wounds. Di-Dak Sol may also be utilized in other ways not mentioned within its medication guide.
Side effects of Di-Dak-Sol
Signs and symptoms of allergy reactions include hives, difficulty breathing or swelling to lips, face, throat or tongue.
Di-Dak Sol may cause serious side effects. Any use should be discontinued immediately and consulting with a healthcare provider as soon as any side effects occur, for instance if any:
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Severe redness and irritation on the treated skin
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No improvement in your skin condition;
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New or worsening swelling or pain.
There may be other side effects.Call your healthcare provider for medical advice regarding side effects. Report adverse reactions by calling the FDA's complaint line at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Di-Dak-Sol should be avoided if you have a sensitivity to products containing chlorine (like bleach).
Similar/related drugs
Betadine , Topical iodine , Topical ethanol , Topical silver nitrate , Betadine Aerosol Spray , Dakins Full Strength Solutions
Before you take this drug
Di-Dak-Sol should be avoided if the user is allergic or sensitive to products containing chlorine (like bleach). FDA pregnancy class CThere is no information on whether Di-Dak Sol can harm an unborn child. If you're pregnant, tell your doctor. It's not known if sodium chlorite topically applied passes through breast milk or if it can harm nursing babies. You should tell your doctor that you are breastfeeding a child.
How to take Di-Dak Sol?
Do not exceed the prescribed dosage or use Di-Dak-Sol for longer than directed by your healthcare provider. Pour or apply this medication directly onto the affected area; apply directly over an ulcer or wound and follow your physician's instructions regarding how long gauze dressings need to remain over wounds soaked with Di-Dak Sol. You can also soak gauze dressings with Di-Dak Sol prior to application if using gauze over wound. Petroleum jelly (valine) around affected skin area(s), in order to block medication reaching healthy areas without harm affecting healthy areas as much. Store at room temperature with tight caps when not in use - to prolong shelf life!
What happens if I miss the dose?
As soon as possible, take your missed dose and if nearly time to take another one skip it altogether; don't use additional medicine in an attempt to make up for missed ones.
What happens if I overdose?
Overdoses of Di-Dak Sol are not considered dangerous. If anyone accidentally swallows the drug, seek emergency medical care or contact the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
Di-Dak Sol overdoses are not usually considered harmful; if anyone accidentally swallows this medicine, seek emergency medical assistance or call the Poison Help Line immediately at 1-800-222-1222 for advice and support.
Interaction with other drug
Other drugs taken orally or intravenously won't interfere with topical sodium hypochlorite treatments; many drugs interact, so make sure your healthcare providers know of all medicines taken, both prescription and nonprescription, including both OTC medications and herbal remedies.
