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Product Overview
Mckesson Alginate Dressing 4 x 8 Inch Rectangle
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, 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.
Features:
- Made from natural alginate derived from seaweed, offering biocompatibility and gentle wound contact.
- Highly absorbent, ideal for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate.
- Forms a gel-like consistency when in contact with wound fluid, maintaining a moist healing environment.
- Non-adherent to the wound bed, reducing pain and trauma during removal.
- Supports autolytic debridement, aiding in the removal of necrotic tissue.
- Sterile and individually packaged for single-use safety.
Specifications:
- Size: 4 x 8 inches (rectangle)
- Material: Calcium alginate
- Sterility: Sterile
- Packaging: Individually wrapped
- Latex-free
Use Suggestion:
This dressing is suitable for partial- and full-thickness wounds, pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and surgical wounds. Apply directly to the wound bed and cover with a secondary dressing such as a gauze or transparent film to secure it in place. Change the dressing as needed based on exudate levels or as directed by a healthcare professional.
