Monolac – absorbable monofilament suture from Vitrex

Monolac from VITREX—absorbable, monofilament, synthetic suture for those seeking an affordable alternative to Monocryl®.

Monolac from Vitrex is a synthetic, monofilament, and absorbable suture made from a copolymer of glycolide and ε-caprolactone. It is intended for soft tissue closure and ligatures when an absorbable suture with a smooth surface and limited tensile strength duration is desired.

Smooth monofilament construction

The monofilament construction gives Monolac a smooth surface and allows for easy passage through tissue. The absence of braiding reduces the suture’s capillary
transport. Monolac is available in a violet version for general soft tissue closure and an uncolored version, specifically intended for superficial wounds.

Strength and Resorption

Monolac degrades through hydrolysis. Complete resorption occurs after approximately 90–120 days.

Remaining strength:

7 days - 50% (uncolored) - 60% (violet)
14 days – 20% (uncolored) – 30% (violet)

VITREX stands for top-quality sutures and, in addition to European-manufactured suture thread, offers needles from the Japanese company MANI, a leader in this field. VITREX combines price and quality in a way that is highly advantageous for you, the customer.


Manufacturer: VITREX