Luxcryl Monofast (Polyglecaprone)

Synthetic absorbable surgical suture Polyglecaprone 25 Monofilament

Type	Monofilament
Composition	Polyglecaprone 25, a copolymer made of 75 % glycolide and 25 % Є−caprolactone
Coating	None
Tissue reaction	Minimal
Absortion	The hydrolytic action by which the material is broken down results in total absorption in approximately 90 to 120 days. Approximately 60% of tensile strength remain after 7 days.
Tensile strength	Post implantation 7 days 14 days	Approximate % original strength remaining 60% 30%
Suture colour	Violet, beige - undyed
Range	USP 6/0 − 0
Indications	Luxcryl Monofast sutures are intended for use in superficial soft tissue closing and/or ligation; especially in general surgery, skin closure, plastic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, gynaecology, urology.