MicrocynAH® Advanced Healthcare Products
MicrocynAH® healthcare products—formulated with the original Microcyn® Technology—are the most effective formulations for management of wounds, cuts, abrasions, burns, lacerations, post-surgical sites, hot spots, as well as skin and eye irritations.
Microcyn® Technology, with over 45 patents, has successfully treated over ten million patients—both two-legged and four—over the past decade. Proven safe and effective in over thirty clinical trials and in thousands of veterinarian offices, the proprietary hypochlorous acid found in the MicrocynAH® animal healthcare products is highly shelf stable, efficacious and non-toxic.
MicrocynAH® vs. HOCl Competitors
MicrocynAH® FAQs
MicrocynAH® Wound and Skin Care
MicrocynAH® Wound and Skin care products can be used for the outer and middle ear of animals. Relative to use in the eyes, we recommend the MicrocynAH® line of eye care products.
MicrocynAH® is only to be used within the timeframe marked on the label of the product (expiration date). If used after expiration date, the product may not be effective.
MicrocynAH® Wound and Skin Care products are not bleach. Bleach is corrosive, toxic, will burn, generates fumes/vapors and is not safe for use on the intended applications of MicrocynAH®. In addition, stabilized bleach has a pH of >11. MicrocynAH® products are manufactured within an appropriate physiological pH range and typically do not sting when applied. They will not harm healthy tissue in the process of cleaning and debriding wounds.
They contain different ingredients because they are different gel formulas with varying intended purposes as indicated on the individual labels.
You may know due to the bottle leaking as a result of expansion of the formula in the freezing process. The bottle walls may collapse after thawing out or there may be evidence of ice in the container. We recommend storing at room temperature away from direct sunlight and heat. Do not allow to freeze because product may lose its potency. After use, seal or close container.
We prefer MicrocynAH® to be used singularly per label indications. MicrocynAH® has no known contraindications and no known negative drug interactions. If you need to apply other remedies, such as fly repellents, it is recommended that you apply MicrocynAH® first and wait at least 60 seconds before applying any other products. We recommend that you advise your veterinarian of any treatment protocol you are following in addition to their recommendations. MicrocynAH® is not intended for use on systemic conditions.
If the product is a gel it should be cloudy. It must be shaken well prior to application. The liquid formulas are clear and should not be cloudy. In the event it is cloudy, you should not use it, but contact Oculus customer service at 1-800-759-9305 for product return and exchange if the product is still within the expiration date.
The transfer or decanting of MicrocynAH® products is not recommended due to potential contamination and/or ingredients being neutralized by undue exposure to air. Unfriendly container materials, even if ”unused” or “clean”, will contaminate the solution and can neutralize the product. For these reasons, it is recommended that MicrocynAH® products be used in its original container and configuration.
MicrocynAH® Wound and Skin Care is a proprietary formulation of hypochlorous acid based upon the proprietary and patented Microcyn® Technology platform. Each product SKU is a specially formulated for that particular application or indication.
Liquid Formulation: Water, Sodium Sulfate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Chloride, Hypochlorous Acid
Hydrogel Formulation: Water, Sodium Magnesium Fluorosilicate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Chloride, Hypochlorous Acid, Sodium Hypochlorite
Hydrogel Dermatology Formulation: Water, Sodium Lithium Magnesium, Fluorosilicate, Dimethicone, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Biocarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Sulfate, Hypochlorous Acid, Sodium Hypochlorite
MicrocynAH® works by mechanically cleaning and debriding the affected area while helping promote natural healing.
MicrocynAH® Wound and Skin Care products are unique from other animal wound cleansers/dressings because of its safety profile and shelf stability. Since MicrocynAH® products are formulated with quality ingredients including the patented Microcyn® Technology. They are safe for use on all animal species regardless of age and condition. MicrocynAH® Wound and Skin Care is non-corrosive, non-toxic, non-irritating, non-staining, and is safe to use on or around the eyes, nose, ear and mouth. It does not contain steroids, alcohol, tea tree oilor antibiotics. Unlike some existing brands of hypochlorous acid (HOCl) based animal wound care products, MicrocynAH® delivers solid and reliable shelf stability. Beware of HOCl products sold in translucent bottles, since they will degrade quickly when exposed to light.
The fact that MicrocynAD® does not contain antibiotics is significant due to the concern that overuse of antibiotics promotes resistance. The repeated and extended use of MicrocynAH® in cleaning and debriding the wound bed has no adverse consequences and does not promote resistance. In addition, if there are regulatory limitations for use of antibiotics, those limitations do not apply to MicrocynAH® since it is antibiotic-free.
This is nothing to be concerned about. This is a normal observation as a result of using MicrocynAH® for cleansing and debriding wounds since it increases the flow of both blood and healing nutrients to a wound site.
The patented Microcyn® Technology, from which the MicrocynAH® products are derived, have received 13 FDA 510k clearances for human wound care (the FDA does not issue 510k clearances for animal healthcare products). To demonstrate safety and effectiveness, there have been two major animal clinical studies and 30 human clinical studies conducted to date using the patented Microcyn® Technology. To ensure that your animal healthcare products are of the highest quality, make certain to look for the Microcyn® Technology inside emblem.
Yes. MicrocynAH is starting to be made available in international markets including Canada, China, Dubai, Finland, Sweden, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Taiwan, Turkey and UAE.
In it’s original formulations, Vetericyn™ did contain the Microcyn® Technology. However, beginning in 2014, the Vetericyn™ brand was renamed VetericynPLUS. As part of that transition, the original and patented Microcyn® Technology was replaced by a lower-cost and lower-quality hypochlorous acid. The new Vetericyn™ formulation has both stability and photostability issues, its effectiveness negatively impacted by exposure to light. Also, VetericynPlus has a low osmolarity (salt content) that creates an osmotic process when applied to mucous tissue or open wounds. This will create stinging or burning in the animal when applied, making the animal less willing to be treated with the product.
While there is a slight chlorine odor, this is due to a proprietary amount of free available chlorine (FAC) measured in parts per million which is not significant enough to cause stinging or pain.
Yes, MicrocynAH® is safe for use on all animal species of all ages.
Yes, MicrocynAH® is safe for use on all animals including mammals, reptiles and avian.
Yes, MicrocynAH® is safe for use with other wound care products, but we recommend consulting a veterinarian if there are any concerns. MicrocynAH® has no known contraindications and no known negative drug interactions.
This means that MicrocynAH® contains no ingredients that would result in a positive blood or urine analytical test for non-permitted substances in race or show animals (if ingested or licked). Since there are no banned substances, steroids or antibiotics, MicrocynAH® tests free for competitive animals.
MicrocynAH® should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight and heat. DO NOT ALLOW TO FREEZE because ingredients can become less effective. After use, seal or close dispenser.
MicrocynAH® ear care products should not be used in the ear if the eardrum is not intact.
MicrocynAH® eye care products should not be used in the eye if the cornea is not intact.
Yes, we manufacture and bottle all our MicrocynAH® products under strict quality standards in the USA. We are compliant to the FDA QSR regulation as well as certified to ISO 13485.