Melgisorb Ag - Dressing, highly-absorbent, hydrophilic gel-forming, antimicrobial

Intended purpose

Indicated for use in the management of all moderate to heavily exuding partial to full thickness wounds including: post-operative wounds, trauma wounds (dermal lesions, trauma injuries or incisions), leg ulcers, pressures ulcers, diabetic ulcers, graft and donor sites, cavity wounds, superficial and partial thickness burns. As the device contains alginate, it may assist in supporting the control of minor bleeding in superficial wounds. It can also be used under compression bandages. May also be used in the management of infected wounds or wounds in which there is an increased risk of infection under the medical supervision of a healthcare professional. For external use only.

Functional description

Highly absorbent, sterile, non woven antimicrobial pad composed of a guluronic acid, calcium alginate, carboxymethylcellulose, and ionic silver complex which releases silver ions in the presence of wound exudate. As wound exudate is absorbed the alginate forms a gel, which aids autolytic debridement. The silver ions released are effective antimicrobial agents against a broad spectrum of microorganisms for up to 14 days. Can also reduce the odour of infected wounds