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Description
ALGICELL CALCIUM ALGINATE is an advanced wound dressing crafted from calcium alginate, a natural polymer sourced from brown seaweed. This dressing is specifically designed to enhance wound healing by creating a moist environment, effectively managing exudate, and providing haemostatic support.
Key Features
- Highly Absorbent: Capable of absorbing up to 20 times its weight in wound exudate, making it ideal for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate.
- Gel Formation: Interacts with wound fluid to form a gel, maintaining a moist environment conducive to healing and supporting autolytic debridement.
- Biocompatible: Derived from natural sources with low toxicity, ensuring compatibility with the wound site.
- Flexible and Soft: Achieved through a mechanical softening process, allowing it to conform comfortably to various wound shapes.
Applications
ALGICELL CALCIUM ALGINATE is suitable for a variety of wounds, including:
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Pressure ulcers
- Venous ulcers
- Surgical and traumatic wounds
It is not recommended for dry wounds, third-degree burns, or individuals with known alginate allergies.
Usage Instructions
- Clean the wound with saline and pat dry.
- Apply the dressing directly onto the wound, ensuring full coverage.
- Secure with a secondary dressing.
- Change every 1-3 days or when saturated.
- Moisten with saline if adherence occurs during removal.
Benefits
- Enhanced Healing: Promotes faster healing by boosting collagen expression and reducing inflammation.
- Comfort: Forms a soothing gel upon contact with wound fluid, providing comfort and reducing infection risk.
Limitations
- Requires moisture to function effectively.
- Not suitable for individuals with alginate allergies.
- Lacks antimicrobial properties but effectively manages exudate.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Available in various dimensions, it can be tailored to specific wound sizes, ensuring optimal performance when used with a secondary dressing.
