Medline Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing, 6" x 6", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing, 6" x 6", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing is a 6 inch x 6 inch foam dressing for managing shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage. Buyers who need a conformable adhesive dressing for all-over-body application may choose it for absorbency, gentle repositioning, and a low-profile feel. The five-layer design includes a superabsorbent core, and the waterproof outer layer helps support everyday wound care workflows.

Good Fit For

• Wound care settings managing moderate to heavy exudate
• Applications across different body areas
• Protocols that require a conformable adhesive foam dressing
• Situations where dressing repositioning may be helpful

Key Features

• Five-layer dressing with a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, turns it into a gel, and locks it away
• Gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted and reapplied, which may help during dressing checks and repositioning
• Highly conformable foam design supports placement on different body areas
• Low-profile construction and adjustable moisture vapor transmission rate improve breathability as fluid levels change
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection during wear
• Suitable for primary or secondary use on shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage

Applications and Usage

• Managing partial-thickness wounds
• Managing full-thickness wounds
• Using as a primary dressing
• Using as a secondary dressing
• Supporting pressure injury prevention protocols

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Foam.
• Check drainage to determine dressing change timing
• Not for third-degree burns
• Choose this dressing when adhesive foam and reapplication are important to your workflow

FAQ

• What types of wounds is this foam dressing intended for? This dressing is indicated for partial and full-thickness wounds, including shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage.
• Can the dressing be repositioned after placement? Yes. The gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted and reapplied.
• Can this dressing be used as either a primary or secondary dressing? Yes. This foam dressing works for primary or secondary use.
• Where on the body can this dressing be applied? The dressing is intended for all-over-body application.
• Are there any contraindications buyers should know? Yes. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns.

From Optifoam by Medline.