Prontosan: Painless wound cleaning — faster healing & lower cost
Summary:
- It cleans the wound without stinging and "breaks" the biofilm [B. Braun] .
- Studies have shown faster closure and fewer dressing changes [ResearchGate] [Huddersfield Portal] .
- Economic analyses showed savings of ~£868/year, i.e. approximately €1,000/year at ECB rates [White Rose Research] [ECB] .
What is Prontosan?
Prontosan is a special solution & gel for cleaning, rinsing and moisturizing wounds (acute/chronic). It contains polyhexanide (PHMB) 0.1% and betaine 0.1% — a combination that deeply cleanses and removes biofilm . It is a Medical Device Category III (EU-MDR/CE) [B. Braun] [NICE] .
In what cases does it help?
- Chronic wounds : venous/diabetic ulcers, bedsores.
- Postoperative and post-accident injuries.
- 1st–2nd degree burns (according to instructions for use). For deep/extensive burns, medical evaluation is required [B. Braun] .
What will you win?
1) Faster healing
In a comparative analysis, the average healing time was 3.31 months with PHMB/betaine solution, versus 4.42 months with saline/Ringer [ResearchGate] .
2) Fewer dressing changes
In a case series with difficult wounds, a ~55% reduction in the frequency of dressing changes was recorded when Prontosan was used [Huddersfield Portal] .
3) Lower total cost (in €)
Cost-utility analysis in the UK showed a net saving of ~£867.87/patient/year . At the ECB rate (~1 GBP ≈ 1.16 EUR), this corresponds to approximately €1,000/year . In addition, other models reported ~£1,118–£1,188 per patient [White Rose Research] [NICE] .
Why? Prontosan better prepares the wound bed by removing biofilm/contaminants — a key principle in modern European guidelines for healing [B. Braun] .
How do you use it at home (step by step)
- Wash your hands and gently clean around the wound.
- Prontosan Solution: Wet gauze and place it on the wound for 5–15 minutes to soften deposits/biofilm [Traumacare] .
- Remove gently, clean/rinse with a little solution.
- Prontosan Gel (Gel or Gel X): Apply a thin layer; stays on until next change, acting as a barrier [B. Braun] .
- Cover with a bandage as instructed by the nurse.
Tip: The gel reduces the "stickiness" of the pad, making changing it easier and less painful [Huddersfield Portal] .
When should you definitely talk to a doctor?
- Deep/extensive burns , severe pain, bad odor, infection or fever.
- When there is doubt about the type/severity of the wound.
This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice.
🛒 Buy Prontosan from Traumacare (Greece)
- Prontosan Solution 350 ml → — for daily cleaning & soak.
- Prontosan Solution 1000 ml → — for prolonged use.
- Prontosan Gel 30 ml → — remains until the next change.
- Prontosan Gel X 50 g → · Gel X 250 g → — for more extensive wounds.
- Prontosan Spray 75 ml → — convenient for superficial wounds.