Medline Optifoam Gentle Lite Foam Dressing, 6" x 6", 10 EA/BX

Optifoam Gentle Lite Foam Dressing, 6" x 6", 10 EA/BX

Optifoam Gentle Lite foam dressing is a 6 inch x 6 inch foam wound dressing with a low-profile, flexible design. It works well for clinicians treating partial- and full-thickness wounds with minimal drainage, especially in areas that can be harder to dress comfortably. Silicone supports gentle adherence, and the waterproof outer layer helps protect the wound and keep bacteria out.

Good Fit For

• Dressing shallow wounds with minimal drainage
• Areas of the body that are harder to dress
• Use as either a primary or secondary dressing
• Clinical wound care settings that need a gentle-adhering foam option

Key Features

• Low-profile flexible foam helps the dressing conform in tough-to-dress areas
• Silicone adhesive supports gentle adherence for patient comfort
• Waterproof outer layer helps protect the wound and keep bacteria out
• Suitable for partial- and full-thickness wounds with minimal drainage
• Can be used as a primary or secondary dressing
• 6 inch x 6 inch size fits broader wound coverage needs

Applications and Usage

• Managing partial-thickness wounds with minimal drainage
• Managing full-thickness wounds with minimal drainage
• Covering wound sites in difficult-to-dress body areas
• Using a foam dressing where a waterproof outer layer is preferred

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: BX.
• Material: Foam.
• Check drainage to determine dressing change timing
• Not for use on third-degree burns

FAQ

• What type of wounds is this foam dressing intended for? This foam dressing is intended for partial- and full-thickness wounds with minimal drainage.
• Can this dressing be used in difficult body areas? Yes. The low-profile, flexible foam is made for conformability in tough-to-dress areas.
• Does the dressing have an adhesive border or gentle adhesion? Yes. The dressing uses silicone for gentle adherence.
• Can this foam dressing be used as a primary dressing or only as a cover dressing? This dressing can be used as either a primary or a secondary dressing.
• Are there any wound types where this dressing should not be used? Yes. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns.

From Optifoam by Medline.