Name | Dose | Dose form | Approximate cost* |
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Becaplermin (Regranex) 0.01% gel | Apply once daily until complete healing has occurred. | 15-g tube containing 100 mcg of becaplermin per g | $586 per 15-g tube |
Calculate length of gel needed as follows: | |||
Multiply length (cm) and width (cm) of ulcer, then divide by 4. | |||
Recalculate amount needed weekly or biweekly |