Do not use B-sitosterol:

• If you are allergic to the active substances or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.

Warnings and precautions:

• Not available.

Possible side effects:

• Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop throat tightness or swelling of the eyes, face, lips or tongue, feel faint, or have difficulty breathing.
• Stop using the product if you develop hives or itching of the face or body.

Other medicines and B-sitosterol:

• There are no known significant interactions.

How to use B-sitosterol :

1. Burns

• First degree burns (superficial burns)
• B-sitosterol Ointment should be applied as immediately as possible.
• A thin layer ( about 1mm thickness) should cover the burnt area and should keep the burn exposed, but if there is a need, a light dressing can be used.
• Re-application should be done 3 to 4 times daily if exposed or twice daily if closed.

Second degree burns:

First phase:

• Liquefying period, apply a thin layer of B-sitosterol Ointment on the burnt area 3 to 4 times daily.
• Before reapplication necrotic tissue and the residues of the old B-sitosterol Ointment should be wiped off gently.
• It is better to keep the wound exposed, but if there is a need, a light dressing can be applied and renewed twice daily.

Second phase:

• Repair period, B-sitosterol Ointment should be applied as before, but less frequently (2-3 times daily).

Third phase:

• B-sitosterol Ointment should be applied only once daily.

Third degree burns:

• B-sitosterol Ointment should be applied as mentioned before to liquefy the necrotic tissue.
• A thin layer should cover the burnt site and renewed 3 to 4 times daily.

2. Donor Site:

• A thin layer of B-sitosterol Ointment should cover the donor site and renewed 3 to 4 times daily if exposed or twice daily if closed.

3. Leg Ulcers:

• A sterile gauze should be impregnated with B-sitosterol Ointment and should fill the cavity of the ulcer, and renewed twice daily.

4. Surgical and Obstetrical Wounds:

• B-sitosterol Ointment should cover the wound in a relatively thick layer ( about 3mm) under a sterile dressing and renewed twice daily.

5. Cracked Nipples:

• A thin layer of B-sitosterol Ointment should be applied to the nipple under a light pad, and renewed 3 to 4 times daily.

How to store B-sitosterol :

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton.
• The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
• Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original container.
• Keep the container tightly closed.
• Do not use B-sitosterol if you notice any deterioration or damage to the outer packaging.
• Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.