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

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

This calcium alginate dressing with antimicrobial silver is a sterile rectangular wound dressing for managing moderate to heavy wound exudate. It works well for care settings that need an absorptive dressing that may also help control minor bleeding and can be used to fill or pack wound dead space. The 4 inch x 4.75 inch sheet is non-occlusive, may be trimmed to fit, and requires a secondary dressing to hold it in place.

Good Fit For

• Wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Care settings that need a sterile sheet dressing
• Applications where wound dead space needs filling or packing
• Facilities seeking latex-free wound care options

Key Features

• Calcium alginate dressing with 5% silver for wound care applications
• Helps absorb moderate to heavy exudate for wet wound management
• May help control minor bleeding during dressing use
• Can fill or pack wound dead space for added flexibility in care
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking and supports one-piece removal
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
• Packing or filling dead space in a wound
• Using under a secondary dressing for wound protection and securement

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 10.2 cm.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• A secondary dressing is needed to keep the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• This dressing may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.
• Do not reuse.

FAQ

• What type of drainage is this dressing intended to handle? This calcium alginate dressing is intended to help absorb moderate to heavy amounts of wound exudate.
• Can this dressing be used to pack a wound? Yes. The dressing can be used to fill or pack the dead space in a wound.
• Does this dressing need a cover dressing? Yes. A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Will the dressing stick to the wound bed? The optimal gelling profile helps the dressing avoid sticking to the wound bed and supports removal in one piece.
• Can the dressing be cut to size? Yes. The sheet may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.

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