Dermarite Oil Emulsion Wound Dressing, 12/BX

Oil Emulsion Wound Dressing, 12/BX

This oil emulsion wound dressing is a sterile nonadherent primary dressing made with gauze mesh impregnated with white petrolatum in an oil emulsion blend. It works well for wound care settings where you want exudate to flow through without the dressing sticking to the wound bed, and where a dressing that conforms to body contours can support easier placement. This size measures 5 x 9 inches and is used beneath a secondary dressing for exudate management and securement.

Good Fit For

• Primary wound dressing under a secondary dressing
• Wounds where nonadherent contact is preferred
• Applications on body areas that need a conforming dressing

Key Features

• Nonadherent gauze mesh helps reduce sticking to the wound bed
• White petrolatum in an oil emulsion blend supports primary wound dressing use
• Permits the flow of exudate for use beneath a secondary dressing
• Conforms to body contours for flexible placement
• Sterile format supports wound care workflows

Applications and Usage

• Using a primary dressing that allows exudate to pass through
• Placing a nonadherent layer between the wound bed and a secondary dressing
• Covering wound areas where the dressing needs to conform to body contours

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Size: 5 x 9 inches.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Use this dressing beneath a secondary dressing for exudate management and securement.
• The dressing is intended as a primary wound contact layer.
• Choose the 5 x 9 inch size based on the wound area and coverage needed.

FAQ

• Does this wound dressing stick to the wound bed? No. This oil emulsion wound dressing uses a nonadherent gauze mesh that permits exudate flow without sticking to the wound bed.
• Can this dressing be used by itself? This dressing is used as a primary dressing beneath a secondary dressing for exudate management and securement.
• What size is this dressing? This wound dressing measures 5 x 9 inches.
• Will this dressing conform to the body? Yes. The dressing conforms to body contours, which can help when covering areas that are not flat.
• Is this dressing sterile? Yes. This oil emulsion wound dressing is sterile.

From DermaRite.