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

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

This calcium alginate dressing with antimicrobial silver is a sterile rectangular sheet for wound care. It fits settings that need help managing moderate to heavy wound exudate and may help control minor bleeding, while also allowing the dressing to be trimmed to the wound size. The 4 inch x 4.75 inch format uses a non-occlusive, highly absorptive design and requires a secondary dressing to keep it in place.

Good Fit For

• Wound care setups managing moderate to heavy exudate
• Applications where wound dead space may need to be filled or packed
• Facilities seeking a sterile, latex-free dressing option

Key Features

• Calcium alginate dressing with 5% silver for wound care needs that call for an antimicrobial silver option
• Helps absorb moderate to heavy wound exudate, supporting management of wetter wounds
• May help control minor bleeding during wound care
• Can be used to fill or pack wound dead space for added flexibility in use
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking to the wound bed and supports one-piece removal
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
• Helping control minor bleeding in wound care
• Filling or packing dead space in a wound
• Trimming the dressing to fit wound dimensions

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• 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.
• Do not reuse.

FAQ

• What type of wound 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 for wound packing? Yes. The dressing can be used to fill or pack the dead space in a wound.
• Does this dressing need a secondary cover? Yes. A secondary dressing is needed to keep the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Can the dressing be trimmed to fit the wound? 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.

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