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Tegaderm Alginate

Calcium Alginate Dressing

Adsorbent dressing composed of calcium alginate.
Indicated for the dressing of wounds with moderate to high exudate production.
Adaptable to different degrees of depth of wounds, both superficial and cavity, thanks also to the new tape format.
Due to its particular composition it maintains its integrity without flaking and without dispersing fibers inside the wound.
Once saturated, it gels allowing for easy removal without dispersion of components, which also promotes a more comfortable dressing change for the patient.
Also indicated for exuding infected wounds as it can manage exudate and imprison bacteria.
Ideal for moderate to high exudate wounds with varying degrees of depth, from superficial to cavity.

• Bedsores.
• Lower limb ulcers.
• Suction sites and skin grafts.
• Traumatic wounds.
• Other skin lesions.

In deep and full thickness wounds it can be used to fill dead spaces.
It is not recommended for dry ulcers, third degree burns, wounds with eschar.

How to use

Choose the appropriate size dressing (can be cut if needed).
Apply the dressing on the wound trying not to let it come out on the periwound skin.
Close the dressing with a secondary dressing.

Application :

• Remove the required length of ribbon from the package.
• It is necessary to open the belt as it is pressed for the compactness of the packaging.
• Place the tape inside the wound without compressing, trying to include undermined areas as well.
• Leave the end of the tape to the outside of the wound (facilitates removal).

Format

Pack of 10 pieces.
Dimensions: 10x10 cm

Cod. 90112