Aug 1, 2026
Ethicon adds SURGICEL™ Powder safety information
What changed
- Added full "Essential Product Information" for SURGICEL™ Powder.
- Included specific indications for use in capillary, venous, and small arterial bleeding.
- Added instructions for the SURGICEL™ Endoscopic Applicator.
- Listed extensive contraindications, including warnings against use in large vessel defects or for adhesion prevention.
- Detailed potential adverse reactions such as paralysis, nerve damage, and foreign body reactions.
- Added a new reference to a June 2024 US Market & Share Insights Report.
Why it matters
The website now includes detailed clinical guidelines and safety warnings for SURGICEL™ Powder. This provides surgeons with specific instructions on how to use the product in both open and endoscopic procedures, while highlighting critical risks like nerve damage or device migration.