What Is 3 Bismuth Tribromophenate?

The 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate (Xeroform), provides deodorizing action. It can be used as a primary dressing. Commonly used over topical ointments, skin grafts or donor sites.

What does bismuth Tribromophenate do?

The compound used in bismuth-impregnated dressings is bismuth tribromophenate (BTP), marketed as Xeroform or as a generic dressing. BTP is antimicrobial, i.e. it inhibits bacterial growth and replication, and so may prevent numbers of bacteria in a wound reaching a level at which infection may occur[22].

What is bismuth Tribromophenate petroleum?

Bismuth tribromophenate is antimicrobial, possibly mediated by bismuth ions accumulating in and disrupting microbial organelles.

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