McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing 4" x 4.75" Rectangle Calcium Alginate Sterile, 10/BX 10BX/CS

Calcium Alginate Dressing 4" x 4.75" Rectangle Calcium Alginate Sterile, 10/BX 10BX/CS

This calcium alginate dressing is a sterile rectangular wound dressing sized 4 inch x 4.75 inch. It fits care settings that need an absorbent dressing for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate and for wound spaces that may need filling or packing. The sheet has a non-occlusive design, may be trimmed to fit, and requires a secondary dressing to help keep it in place.

Good Fit For

• Wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
• Care plans that require packing or filling wound dead space
• Settings that prefer sterile, latex-free wound dressings

Key Features

• Calcium alginate sheet helps absorb moderate to heavy wound exudate
• May help control minor bleeding during wound care
• Can fill or pack wound dead space for added placement flexibility
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking to the wound bed for easier one-piece removal
• May be trimmed to match wound dimensions
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Packing or filling wound dead space
• Using under a secondary dressing to help secure the alginate dressing
• Trimming the dressing to fit the wound dimensions

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 10.2 cm.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• This dressing is single use and should not be reused.

FAQ

• What kind of wounds is this calcium alginate dressing intended for? This calcium alginate dressing is intended for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate. It may also help control minor bleeding.
• Can this dressing be used to pack a wound? Yes. The dressing can be used to fill or pack dead space in a wound.
• Does this dressing need a secondary dressing? Yes. A secondary dressing is needed to keep the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Can the dressing be cut to fit the wound size? Yes. The dressing may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.
• Is this dressing sterile and latex-free? Yes. This dressing is sterile and not made with natural rubber latex.

From McKesson.