Compounding and dispensing of BIPP

COMPOUNDING AND DISPENSING OF BIPP 

Aim

  • To prepare and dispense Bismuth Iododform Paraffin Paste

Composition

  • Bismuth Subnitrate – 0.5 g
  • Iodoform – 1 g.
  • Liquid Paraffin to make – q.s.

Procedure

  • Bismuth subnitrate (0.5 g) and Iodoform (1.0 g) are separately weighed using a pillar balance and ground in a mortar. Liquid paraffin is added slowly with continuous mixing so as to obtain a pasty consistency. The contents are transferred to a suitable container and dispensed.
Last modified: Friday, 27 April 2012, 5:15 AM