Medline Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing in Educational Packaging, 6" x 6", 100 EA/CS

Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing in Educational Packaging, 6" x 6", 100 EA/CS

Optifoam gentle silicone-faced foam dressing is a foam dressing for wound management. It fits care settings that need a conformable adhesive dressing for partial- and full-thickness wounds, with the flexibility to lift and reapply during care. The 6 inch x 6 inch format includes a waterproof outer layer and a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, converts it into a gel, and locks it away.

Good Fit For

• Wound care protocols for partial- and full-thickness wounds
• Sites across the body where a conformable adhesive foam dressing is preferred
• Care settings managing shallow or deep wounds with moderate to heavy drainage
• Pressure injury prevention protocols where pressure displacement support is part of care

Key Features

• Five-layer foam dressing with a superabsorbent core that absorbs exudate, turns it into a gel, and locks it away
• Gentle silicone adhesive supports secure placement and can be lifted and reapplied during dressing changes
• Highly conformable, low-profile design helps the dressing flex more comfortably over the body
• MVTR adjusts to the level of fluid to improve breathability as wound conditions change
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection while the dressing remains in place
• Suitable for primary or secondary use on shallow, deep, and moderate to heavily draining wounds

Applications and Usage

• Managing exudate in partial-thickness wounds
• Covering full-thickness wounds that need an adhesive foam dressing
• Using as a primary dressing in wound care protocols
• Using as a secondary dressing when additional coverage is needed
• Supporting pressure injury prevention protocols

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Material: Foam.
• Check drainage to determine dressing change frequency.
• This dressing is indicated for partial- and full-thickness wounds.
• Do not use on third-degree burns.

FAQ

• Can this dressing be repositioned during care? Yes. The gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted up and reapplied, which can help during dressing placement and checks.
• What kind 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 this dressing be used as either a primary or secondary dressing? Yes. This Optifoam dressing is suitable for primary or secondary use.
• How does this dressing handle exudate? The superabsorbent core absorbs exudate, converts it into a gel, and locks it away.
• Is this dressing appropriate for burns? No. This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns.

From Optifoam by Medline.