Silicone Foam Absorbent Dressing
- Provides moderate to heavy drainage level, ideal for cuts, postsurgical wounds and pressure ulcers.
- Thick foam pad helps cushion and protect wounds and expands to fill depressions in skin.
- Adhesive silicone wound contact layer holds the dressing in place but does not damage the wound on removal and allows the dressing to be lifted for wound monitoring. Additionally, pain is reduced during dressing changes.
- Soft, flexible, breathable and showerproof, the Silicone Foam Absorbent Dressing can be worn for up to seven (7) days.
- Can help accelerate healing, with skin healing better, faster and with reduced scarring. Additionally, skin damage to surrounding tissue is decreased with less trauma and maceration resulting in a better user experience during wear with reduced pain.
- Packs of three or four sterile dressings - 4 x 4 inch / 10 x 10 cm - available
REF: AW001
Opti-Heal Silicone Foam Absorbent Dressings are especially suitable for excessively exuding, weeping or bleeding wounds and are rated to have a moderate to heavy drainage level. The thick foam pad offers cushioning and comfort and protects wounds from occasional knocks, providing reassurance. The thick foam pad also expands to fill depressions in skin, making it particularly good for ulcers. The absorption layers that make up the super absorbent core, hold fluid away from the skin to minimise skin maceration while remaining breathable; allowing excessive moisture to escape but preventing foreign liquid from entering. Appropriate levels of moisture are maintained at the wound site which can help accelerate healing with reduced pain and scarring.
Opti-Heal Silicone Foam Absorbent dressings feature an adhesive silicone wound contact layer. The silicone wound contact layer features a high perforation rate for fast wicking and allows the dressing to stick to skin not wounds. It conforms to the body and feels secure when in place with little to no natural displacement. Upon time for removal or replacement the dressing comes away easily without pulling on the wound. Due to the gentle removal, skin damage to surrounding tissue is decreased with less trauma and maceration resulting in a better user experience during wear with reduced pain. This is also ideal for wound monitoring.
The dressing features a 360° showerproof seal and protects wounds from dirt and germs, helping to prevent infection while allowing for up to 7 days of wear.
Suitable for:
Leg Ulcers
Diabetic Foot Ulcer
Pressure Injuries e.g Bedsores
Abrasion Wounds
1st and 2nd Degree Burns
Donor Sites
Surgical Wounds
Skin Tears
Ensure the dressing is the appropriate size for the wound. The dressing pad should be 1-2cm larger than the wound.
- Always wash hands before and after treating a wound.
- Gently clean and dry the wound and surrounding skin.
- Remove the dressing from the sterile wrapper.
- Remove the release films and place the dressing centrally over the wound site. Avoid touching the side to be used on the wound.
- Smooth the dressing down over the skin.
The dressing can remain in place for up to 7 days dependent upon wound condition and exudate level.
Examine wound by carefully lifting a corner of the dressing. The dressing should be changed when significant signs of exudate are visible or can be seen pooling around the edge of the pad.
Remove the dressing by pulling and slightly stretching a corner of the dressing. Gently remove the dressing from the wound bed and dispose according to local environmental procedures. Cleanse the wound site as required.
Retain the box for future reference.
This is a single use product. Dispose of when finished with.
For external use only.
Do not use with oxidizing agents such as Hypochlorite solutions or Hydrogen Peroxide.
Not to be used by people with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to the silicone dressing or their components.
If you do develop a rash or experience an adverse reaction discontinue use and seek medical advice.
Do not use this product on dry wounds alone; it can be used as a secondary dressing together with gels on dry wounds.
Do not use on infected wounds.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use if individual wrappers are open or damaged.
Use each dressing only once.
Do not cut the dressing, the dressing must remain intact.
Do not use after expiry date – see base of pack.
If the wound continues to bleed or becomes swollen, reddened or painful, seek medical advice.
Each product should not be used for more than 7 days and the products cannot be used continuously for more than 30 days.
Store in a cool dry place (41 - 104°F) away from direct heat and sunlight.
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