Medline Maxorb Extra Calcium Alginate Dressing, 4" X 4" - Replaces 60MSC7044EPZ, EA/1

Maxorb Extra Calcium Alginate Dressing, 4" X 4" - Replaces 60MSC7044EPZ, EA/1

Maxorb Extra calcium alginate dressing is a 4 inch x 4 inch wound dressing for moderate to heavily draining wounds. Buyers may choose it for wound care settings that need high absorbency and control of fluid spread across the dressing. This dressing may stay in place for up to 5 days, with change frequency based on the amount of drainage.

Good Fit For

• Wound care for moderate to heavily draining wounds
• Pressure ulcers and leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers and surgical wounds
• Donor sites, lacerations, abrasions, and first- or second-degree burns

Key Features

• Calcium alginate dressing intended for moderate to heavily draining wounds
• Highly absorbent design helps manage heavier exudate
• Fluid will not wick laterally, which can support more controlled moisture handling
• 4 inch x 4 inch format for wound dressing applications
• May be left in place for up to 5 days, depending on drainage

Applications and Usage

• Managing drainage from pressure ulcers
• Dressing partial- and full-thickness wounds
• Supporting care for leg ulcers and diabetic ulcers
• Covering surgical wounds or donor sites
• Managing exudate from lacerations, abrasions, and first- or second-degree burns

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 05 Inch.
• Do not use on dry wounds
• Not for third-degree burns
• Not for use as a surgical sponge
• Avoid use in patients with a known sensitivity to alginates

FAQ

• What kind of wounds is this calcium alginate dressing meant for? Maxorb Extra calcium alginate dressing is intended for moderate to heavily draining wounds. The product details name pressure ulcers, partial- and full-thickness wounds, leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, donor sites, lacerations, abrasions, and first- or second-degree burns.
• How absorbent is this dressing? This dressing is described as highly absorbent and intended for wounds with moderate to heavy drainage.
• How long can the dressing stay in place? Maxorb Extra calcium alginate dressing may be left in place for up to 5 days. Dressing changes depend on the amount of drainage.
• Are there situations where this dressing should not be used? Yes. The product details say not to use it on third-degree burns, dry wounds, as a surgical sponge, or for patients with a known sensitivity to alginates.

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