McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing with Antimicrobial Silver 4" x 8" Rectangle Sterile

Calcium Alginate Dressing with Antimicrobial Silver 4" x 8" Rectangle Sterile

This calcium alginate dressing with antimicrobial silver is a sterile 4 inch x 8 inch rectangular sheet for wound care. It fits workflows that need a highly absorptive, non-occlusive dressing for moderate to heavy exudate, and it may also help control minor bleeding. Buyers looking for a dressing that can be trimmed to fit and removed in one piece may find it especially useful.

Good Fit For

• Wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
• Filling or packing wound dead space
• Settings that require a sterile wound dressing
• Buyers seeking a latex-free dressing option

Key Features

• Calcium alginate dressing with 5% silver for wound care applications
• Helps absorb moderate to heavy wound exudate for higher-drainage wounds
• May help control minor bleeding during wound management
• Optimal gelling profile helps reduce sticking to the wound bed and supports one-piece removal
• Can be trimmed to fit wound dimensions or used to fill or pack dead space
• Sterile and not made with natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Managing wounds that produce moderate to heavy drainage
• Packing or filling dead space in a wound
• Using under a secondary dressing to help keep the alginate in place
• Trimming the sheet to match wound dimensions

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• 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; do not reuse.
• The sheet may be trimmed to fit wound dimensions.

FAQ

• What kind of wounds is this dressing best suited 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 cover dressing? Yes. A secondary dressing is needed to hold the alginate in place and help protect the wound from outside contaminants.
• Can the dressing be cut to size? Yes. The sheet 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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