Clinical Overview
Surgical Blade + No. 22 + Sterilized is a sterile, ultra-sharp precision surgical scalpel blade manufactured from premium high-carbon or stainless steel on the PMBI Formulary. Gamma-sterilized with razor-sharp micro-honed cutting edges, engineered to fit standard scalpel handles (No. 3 and No. 4). Indicated for incising tissue, surgical dissections, biopsy collection, and operative procedures.
Medical Device / Consumable: This product is an official PMBI surgical consumable, diagnostic, or medical device. It does not contain chemical active pharmaceutical substances.
Verified Clinical References
Usage Guidelines
For surgical and operating room use only. Attach and detach blade to scalpel handle using a needle holder or safety blade remover under sterile conditions (NEVER handle blade with bare fingers). Use with gentle, controlled incisions. Immediately discard into a designated rigid sharps receptacle after single use.
General Administration Advice: Adhere strictly to the prescribed dosage, frequency, and treatment course. For oral medications, swallow with sufficient water. Never stop antibiotics, psychiatric medications, or antihypertensives abruptly without clinical direction.
Possible Side Effects
Accidental cut / puncture wound risk to healthcare personnel during blade mounting or disposal.
*Note: Individual physiological responses vary. While many patients experience few or no side effects, notify your treating physician if adverse reactions persist or if hypersensitivity (angioedema, skin rash, dyspnea) occurs.
Precautions & Warnings
EXTREME SHARP HAZARD: Mount and dismount blade using instruments ONLY; never use fingers. Single-use sterile product; do NOT reuse or re-sterilize. Discard immediately into a puncture-proof biohazard sharps container.
Medical Disclaimer: Statutory Device Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational and price-transparency purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or surgical protocol guidance. Medical devices, sterile surgical consumables, and diagnostic equipment must be handled in accordance with manufacturer instructions, asepsis protocols, and applicable CDSCO Medical Device Rules (2017). Single-use disposable items must never be re-sterilized or reused.