How should I use becaplermin topical?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Wash your hands before applying this medicine.
Use a cotton swab, tongue depressor, or other disposable applicator to apply becaplermin topical to your skin.
To keep the tip of the medicine tube from getting contaminated, do not allow the tip to touch any surface, including your fingers or the ulcer you are treating.
It may take several weeks before your symptoms improve. Use this medicine daily and call your doctor if your foot ulcer is not at least one-third smaller in size after 10 weeks, or if it is not completely healed after 20 weeks.
Becaplermin is only part of a complete ulcer care program that includes not putting weight on your leg and foot that is affected by an ulcer. Follow your doctor's instructions very closely.
Your doctor will need to check your foot ulcer on a regular basis.
Store the medicine in a refrigerator. Do not freeze. Keep the tube tightly capped when not in use. Do not use becaplermin topical past the expiration date.