Medline Optifoam Gentle EX Silicone-Faced Foam Dressings, 25 EA/CS

Optifoam Gentle EX Silicone-Faced Foam Dressings, 25 EA/CS

Optifoam Gentle EX silicone-faced foam dressings are foam wound dressings for sacral application, packed 25 per case. They fit workflows that need a conformable dressing with gentle silicone adhesive for shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage. This version uses a 9 inch application size and a waterproof outer layer, and it can be used as a primary or secondary dressing.

Good Fit For

• Sacral wound care
• Shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Settings that use either primary or secondary dressings
• Case purchasing for ongoing wound care supply

Key Features

• Five-layer dressing with a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, turns it into a gel, and locks it away
• Gentle silicone adhesive helps the dressing stay in place while supporting patient comfort
• Highly conformable foam design helps the dressing fit the sacral area
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection during wear
• Works as a primary or secondary dressing for shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Case pack of 25 supports facility purchasing and ongoing wound care use

Applications and Usage

• Managing exudate in sacral wounds
• Using a conformable foam dressing where gentle silicone adhesion is preferred
• Applying a dressing as the primary wound covering
• Adding a dressing as a secondary layer when clinically appropriate

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 9".
• Material: Foam.
• Contraindicated for third-degree burns
• Not for use on patients with a silicone allergy
• Drainage should be checked to guide dressing change frequency

FAQ

• Can this dressing be used on the sacral area? Yes. This foam dressing is intended for sacral application.
• What wound conditions is this dressing suited for? This dressing is meant for shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage.
• Can this be used as either a primary or secondary dressing? Yes. The dressing is suitable for primary or secondary use.
• Does this dressing have an adhesive border? Yes. This dressing uses a gentle silicone adhesive.
• Are there any important contraindications? Yes. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns and should not be used on patients with a silicone allergy.

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