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Product Overview
Mckesson - 3561 - Alginate Dressing 2 x 2 Inch Square
The Mckesson Alginate Dressing is a highly absorbent wound care dressing designed to manage moderate to heavily exuding wounds. Made from natural calcium alginate fibers derived from seaweed, this dressing forms a soft gel upon contact with wound exudate, promoting a moist healing environment while helping to control bleeding and minimize trauma during dressing changes.
Key Features:
- High Absorbency: Effectively manages moderate to heavy exudate, making it ideal for wounds with significant drainage.
- Natural Material: Made from calcium alginate, a biocompatible and biodegradable material that supports wound healing.
- Gel Formation: Converts into a gel upon contact with exudate, maintaining a moist wound bed and reducing pain during removal.
- Hemostatic Properties: Helps control minor bleeding by promoting clotting.
- Non-Adherent: Minimizes trauma to the wound bed during dressing changes.
- Convenient Size: 2 x 2-inch square format for easy application on small to medium-sized wounds.
Specifications:
- Material: Calcium alginate
- Size: 2 x 2 inches (5 x 5 cm)
- Sterility: Sterile
- Packaging: Individually wrapped
- Latex-Free: Safe for patients with latex allergies
Suggested Use:
This alginate dressing is suitable for partial- and full-thickness wounds, pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, and traumatic injuries. Before application, cleanse the wound with a sterile saline solution or as directed by a healthcare professional. Place the dressing directly on the wound, ensuring full coverage. For heavily exuding wounds, a secondary dressing may be required to secure the alginate and absorb additional fluid. Change the dressing as needed based on exudate levels or as advised by a medical professional.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For single-use only—discard after removal.
