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1. Dynarex Dynaginate Ag Silver Calcium Alginate Rope Dressing, 2 X 30 cm, 5 Count
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Recommended for ulcers and donor sitesCan also be used for wounds requiring autolytic debridement
Latex free
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Highly absorbent silver calcium alginate rope dressing used in the management of all moderate to heavily exuding wounds.2. Dynarex Dynaginate Ag Silver Calcium Alginate Dressing, 10 Count/2 x 2 Inch
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Provides 3 days of continuous antibacterial protectionDressing contains calcium alginate plus antibacterial silver
High absorbency for wound stages 3, 4
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Sterile silver calcium alginate dressing used on infected wounds and wounds suspected of possible infection.3. Derma Sciences MEDIHONEY Calcium Alginate Dressing, 2" x 2", Box of 10
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#31022- Wound & Burn Dressing.Contains 95% Active Leptospermum Honey.
Box of Ten 2x2 Dressings.
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MEDIHONEY Calcium Alginate Dressing is a novel honey based dressing for minor abrasions, lacerations, minor cuts and minor scalds and burns. The dressing contains 95% Active Leptospermum Honey and can be used to cover a shallow wound, while providing a moist environment conducive to wound healing. Leptospermum Honey has been shown to have several properties which assist in promoting an optimal healing environment. It has a low pH, and has been shown to help lower the overall wound pH, which is beneficial to wounds4. Silver Alginate (Antibacterial Alginate with Silver) 4.25"x4.25" Sterile; 5 Dressings Per Box (1) (4.25" X 4.25") (1)
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4.25"X4.25". This product contains silver. In ivory color. Not in grey color.Description
5 pieces in a BOX. 4.25" x 4.25". Expiration: One to two years from the purchase, Sterile. From: Areza Medical. High Quality Dressing. Made of alginate derived from seaweed and contains silver. Ivory Color (not grey) Features: Durable antimicrobial silver Effective barrier to bacterial penetration Silver concentration: 50 g/100 cm2 Effective protection against bacterial colonization Plus all benefits of calcium alginate: Very high absorption capacity (up to 20 times of it weight) Providing required moisture for wound healing Easy and painless removal One piece removal Helps with hemostasis Conforms to the wound specially when moist Turns into a protective layer of gel when in contact with exudate Less frequent dressing changes Higher success rate in wound healing Indications: Prescription form: Specially useful for highly exudative wounds with and without cavities Examples of wounds: pressure ulcers Mixed vascular wounds Leg ulcers Lacerations and abrasions Partial and full- thickness wounds First- and second-degree burns OTC form: minor wounds Precautions: Do not use on patient with known allergy to alginates.5. Medline MSC7044EPZ Maxorb Extra Dressings, 4" x 4" (Pack of 10)
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Wound Condition Type : Shallow/Deep; Mod-Hvy DrainageDressing Type : Alginate
Dressing Change Frequency/Use Up to 7 Days
Description
For moderate to heavily draining wounds. Highly absorbent. Superior fluid handling. Fluid will not wick laterally. Easy dressing changes. Indications: pressure ulcers, partial and full-thickness wounds, leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, donor sites, lacerations and abrasions, and first and second-degree burns. Contraindications: third-degree burns, for use as a surgical sponge, dry wounds and patients with a known sensitivity to alginates. May be left in place for up to 5 days, Dressing change frequency will depend on amount of drainage.6. Dynarex Dynaginate Calcium Alginate Dressing, 10 Count/2 x 2 Inch
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For moderate to high exuding woundsAbsorbs up to 17 times its own weight
High absorbency for wound stages 3, 4