Medline Maxorb II Alginate Dressings, 2" x 2", in Educational Packaging

Maxorb II Alginate Dressings, 2" x 2", in Educational Packaging

Maxorb II alginate dressings are calcium alginate wound dressings for moderate to heavily draining partial- and full-thickness wounds. They are a practical choice for clinical wound care when buyers need strong absorption and vertical wicking to help protect periwound skin. This 2 inch x 2 inch dressing is used as a primary dressing, with wear time of up to seven days and drainage checked during use.

Good Fit For

• Managing moderate to heavily draining wounds
• Partial- and full-thickness wound care
• Situations where vertical wicking may help protect periwound skin
• Care settings that monitor drainage and dressing wear time

Key Features

• 100% calcium alginate supports absorption for moderate to heavily draining wounds
• Vertical wicking helps move fluid away from the wound area to help reduce periwound maceration
• Suitable for partial- and full-thickness wounds
• Primary dressing format for direct wound management
• Up to a seven-day wear time can support dressing-change planning
• 2 inch x 2 inch size fits smaller wound care applications

Applications and Usage

• Using as a primary dressing on shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Managing wound exudate while helping reduce periwound skin maceration
• Supporting dressing protocols where drainage is checked during wear

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Drainage should be checked during use
• This dressing is identified for use as a primary dressing
• Wear time may be up to seven days depending on drainage and clinical judgment

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this dressing intended for? Maxorb II alginate dressings are intended for moderate to heavily draining partial- and full-thickness wounds, including shallow and deep wound conditions noted in the product information.
• How does this dressing help with drainage? The calcium alginate dressing is made for superior absorption and wicks fluid vertically, which helps move drainage away from the wound area and may help reduce periwound skin maceration.
• Is this a primary or secondary dressing? This product is identified as a primary dressing.
• What size is this dressing? This Maxorb II alginate dressing measures 2 inch x 2 inch.
• How long can the dressing stay in place? The product information notes wear time of up to seven days, with drainage checked during use.

From Medline.