Medline Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing with Liquitrap Super Absorbent Core, 6" x 6", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam Gentle Silicone-Faced Foam Dressing with Liquitrap Super Absorbent Core, 6" x 6", in Educational Packaging, 1/EA

Optifoam gentle silicone-faced foam dressing is a superabsorbent wound dressing with a Liquitrap core. It fits wound care settings that need a conformable adhesive dressing for partial- and full-thickness wounds, with the flexibility to lift and reapply during placement. This 6 inch x 6 inch dressing has five layers, a waterproof outer layer, and a 4.5 inch x 4.5 inch dressing pad.

Good Fit For

• Partial- and full-thickness wound management
• Shallow, deep, or moderate to heavy drainage wounds
• Primary or secondary dressing protocols
• Pressure injury prevention protocols

Key Features

• Five-layer construction with a superabsorbent core absorbs exudate, turns it into a gel, and locks it away
• Gentle silicone adhesive supports secure placement and can be lifted and reapplied
• Highly conformable foam design helps the dressing flex more comfortably over the body
• Low-profile build and adaptive MVTR support breathability as fluid levels change
• Waterproof outer layer adds protection during wear
• Suitable for primary or secondary dressing use on shallow, deep, and moderate to heavy drainage wounds

Applications and Usage

• Managing exudate in partial-thickness wounds
• Covering full-thickness wounds with a conformable adhesive foam dressing
• Using as a primary dressing when absorbency is needed
• Adding as a secondary dressing in wound care workflows
• Supporting pressure injury prevention protocols

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Foam.
• Contraindicated for third-degree burns
• Check drainage to determine dressing change frequency
• This SKU is the 6 inch x 6 inch version with a 4.5 inch x 4.5 inch dressing pad
• Educational packaging may matter for buyers standardizing storage or training workflows

FAQ

• What types of wounds is this foam dressing intended for? This dressing is indicated for partial- and full-thickness wounds. It is also described for shallow, deep, and moderate to heavy drainage wound conditions.
• Can the dressing be repositioned during application? Yes. The gentle silicone adhesive can be lifted up and reapplied, which can help during placement.
• How does the dressing handle wound fluid? The superabsorbent core absorbs exudate, converts it into a gel, and locks it away. That makes it a practical option when fluid management is an important part of care.
• Is this dressing waterproof? Yes. The outer layer is waterproof.
• When should this dressing not be used? This dressing is contraindicated for third-degree burns.

From Optifoam by Medline.