Acticoat Silver-coated antimicrobial barier dressing - 5cm x 5cm - Pack of 5

ACTICOAT Dressings use silver technology to create an effective barrier to bacterial penetration and optimal wound environment. The barrier function of the dressing may help reduce infection in partial and full-thickness wounds. The sustained release of silver also means fewer dressing changes, resulting in less exposure of the wound bed to the environment reducing the risk of infection

ACTICOATs antimicrobial technology is able to produce silver-coated polyethylene films that can release an effective concentration of silver over several days. As silver ions are consumed, additional silver is released from the dressing to provide an effective antimicrobial barrier. This patented silver-based antimicrobial technology can be applied to a wide range of medical devices including wound dressings.

Laboratory studies show that ACTICOAT dressing kills micro-organisms faster than conventional products such as silver sulfadiazine (1 percent cream) or silver nitrate (0.5%) solution. It has also been shown in-vitro to provide protection against more than 150 pathogens. The pathogens tested in the lab include resistant strains of bacteria such as antibiotic-resistant strains of Pseudomonas, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus and fungi. These pathogens have been known to infect many patients with already weakened immune systems. Infections contracted during hospitalization caused by these so-called superbugs and other organisms cost North American taxpayers an estimated $18 billion a year in additional hospital care.

When to use

• Pressure ulcers
• Venous ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Surgical wounds
• First and second degree burns
• Graft and dermal substitutes recipient sites

Features

• Rayon/polyester inner core helps manage moisture level
• Silver-coated high-density polyethylene mesh facilitates the passage of silver through the dressing
• The nanocrystalline coating of pure silver delivers antimicrobial barrier activity within 30 minutes - faster than other forms of silver
•  Delivers fast-acting, long-lasting antimicrobial barrier control
• Effective barrier which may assist in preventing contamination of the wound
• ACTICOAT is versatile and can be cut to the desired shape and size to wrap around all body parts
• Can be left on wounds for up to 3 days

Precautions

• For external use only
• Should not be used on patients with a known sensitivity to silver
• May cause transient discoloration
• Not compatible with oil-based products, such as petrolatum
• Not compatible with MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) procedures
• Should not come in contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements
• If reddening or sensitization occurs, dicontinue use.