Smith & Nephew Prep Pad No-Sting Skin-Prep™ Hexamethyldisiloxane, Acrylate Copolymer Individual Packet 1.0 mL Sterile

Prep Pad No-Sting Skin-Prep™ Hexamethyldisiloxane, Acrylate Copolymer Individual Packet 1.0 mL Sterile

No-Sting Skin-Prep prep pad is a sterile liquid film-forming skin preparation in an individual 1.0 mL packet. It helps buyers prepare skin attachment sites for drainage tubes, external catheters, surrounding ostomy sites, and other adhesive dressings while reducing the potential for stinging because it does not contain alcohol. The thick formula needs only one coat and is made to move naturally with skin without cracking or peeling.

Good Fit For

• Preparing skin before applying adhesive dressings
• Skin protection around drainage tubes or external catheters
• Peristomal skin preparation around ostomy sites
• Applying to awkward areas such as elbows, knees, and heels

Key Features

• Liquid film-forming skin preparation helps create a protective interface on intact or damaged skin
• Supports skin attachment sites for drainage tubes, external catheters, ostomy areas, and adhesive dressings
• Alcohol-free formula helps reduce the potential for stinging during application
• Helps tape and film adhesion for more secure dressing placement
• Thick formula needs only one coat, which can make application more comfortable
• Removes with skin cleanser or soap and water to help avoid residue around the wound area

Applications and Usage

• Preparing attachment sites before securing drainage tubes
• Supporting tape or film adhesion on skin around external catheters
• Protecting surrounding skin near ostomy sites before applying adhesives
• Applying a protective film under adhesive dressings on intact or damaged skin

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• Use on skin attachment sites where a protective film may help support adhesive placement
• The formula is intended to be removed with skin cleanser or soap and water
• One coat is described as enough to form the protective film
• The prep pad is packaged as an individual packet for single-use convenience

FAQ

• Does this skin prep contain alcohol? No. This No-Sting Skin-Prep prep pad does not contain alcohol, which helps reduce the potential for stinging.
• Where can this prep pad be used? This skin prep is used to prepare skin attachment sites for drainage tubes, external catheters, surrounding ostomy sites, and other adhesive dressings.
• Will it help adhesive dressings stay in place? Yes. The formula helps tape and film adhesion while forming a protective interface on the skin.
• How is the protective film removed? The film removes easily with skin cleanser or with soap and water.
• Is one application usually enough? Yes. The product details state that the thick formula means only one coat is needed to form a protective film.

From No-Sting Skin-Prep by Smith & Nephew.