Medline Maxorb II Alginate Dressings, 4" x 8", in Educational Packaging, 5 EA/BX

Maxorb II Alginate Dressings, 4" x 8", in Educational Packaging, 5 EA/BX

Maxorb II alginate dressings are calcium alginate wound dressings sized 4 inch x 8 inch. They are a practical choice for clinicians managing moderate to heavily draining partial- and full-thickness wounds and looking for strong absorption with vertical wicking. This primary dressing comes in educational packaging with 5 each per box and may be worn for up to seven days.

Good Fit For

• Managing moderate to heavily draining wounds
• Partial- and full-thickness wound care
• Shallow or deep wound conditions
• Clinical settings using primary wound dressings

Key Features

• 100% calcium alginate helps manage moderate to heavy wound drainage
• Vertical wicking helps protect periwound skin from maceration
• Suitable for partial- and full-thickness wounds, including shallow and deep wound conditions
• Primary dressing format supports direct wound coverage
• Up to a seven-day wear time can support dressing-change planning
• 4 inch x 8 inch size offers coverage for larger wound areas

Applications and Usage

• Using as a primary dressing for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
• Supporting care for partial-thickness wounds
• Supporting care for full-thickness wounds
• Helping wick drainage away from the wound area to reduce periwound maceration

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Drainage should be checked to guide dressing-change timing.
• This dressing is intended for use as a primary dressing.
• Wear time can extend up to seven days depending on wound drainage.

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this dressing intended for? Maxorb II alginate dressings are intended for moderate to heavily draining partial- and full-thickness wounds. The source facts also indicate use with shallow and deep wound conditions.
• How does this dressing help manage drainage? The calcium alginate dressing offers superior absorption and wicks fluid vertically. That vertical wicking helps reduce the risk of periwound skin maceration.
• Is this a primary or secondary dressing? This product is a primary dressing.
• How often should the dressing be changed? Drainage should be checked to determine dressing changes. The product information notes wear time of up to seven days.
• What size is this dressing? This Maxorb II alginate dressing measures 4 inch x 8 inch.

From Maxorb by Medline.