INTRASITE WOUND GEL APPLIPAK

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Hydrogels are a group of interactive dressings which have a high water content (up to 80% for amorphous gels, 90% for sheet gels). These products have the unique ability to provide additional moisture to the wound which both rehydrates necrotic and sloughy tissue to effect debridement and to absorb certain amounts of wound fluid into themselves. Hydrogel sheets such as IntraSite* Conformable present as flexible dressings that do not change their shape upon absorbing wound fluid, as do amorphous gels ( SoloSite* Gel and IntraSite Gel) which progressively decrease in viscosity as they absorb wound fluid.

IntraSite* Gel is an amorphous hydrogel which promotes rapid but gentle debridement of necrotic tissue, whilst being able to loosen and absorb slough and exudate. It can also be used to provide the optimum moist wound healing environment during the later stages of wound healing. It is low adherent and does not harm viable tissue or the skin surrounding the wound. This makes IntraSite Gel ideal for every stage in the wound healing process.

Features

·         Partially hydrated hydrogel formulation

·         Contains propylene glycol

·         Applipak container, available in range of sizes

Benefits

IntraSite Gel's partially hydrated formulation allows the gel to donate moisture to drier environments and absorb in wetter environments, creating a moist wound healing environment.

Debriding Action

IntraSite Gel rehydrates necrotic tissue and, by its gentle yet effective action, promotes rapid debridement.

Desloughing Action

IntraSite Gel absorbs slough and exudate without damaging fragile granulation tissue.

Creates a Moist Wound Healing Environment

IntraSite Gel increases moisture content at the wound surface, preventing eschar formation. By keeping fragile granulation tissue moist and allowing the migration of epithelialising cells, IntraSite Gel helps to create the ideal moist wound healing environment.

Getle Action

Effective yet gentle action leaves delicate granulation tissue undisturbed, reducing trauma.

Low Adherent

IntraSite Gel is low adherent so is easily removed from the wound by irrigation with normal saline; without damaging fragile tissue or causing unnecessary pain for the patient.

Clinically Proven

Extensive clinical support, suitable for use at all stages of the wound healing process.

Bacteriostatic Effect

IntraSiteGel contains propylene glycol which has bacteriostatic properties. In addition, propylene glycol acts as a humectant (moisturiser) which prevents the gel from drying out and improves handling.

Easy to Use

The unique Applipak system provides simple, directable and controlled application even in awkward wound sites.

Available in Range of Sizes

Range of sizes ensure ‘correct' dose available for wound size - controlling and reducing wastage for cost effective treatment.

Contraindications / Precautions

·         Known sensitivity to IntraSite Gel or any of its ingredients.

·         IntraSite Gel should be used with care in the vicinity of the eyes and in deep wounds with narrow openings (e.g. fistulas) where removal of the gel may be difficult.

·         IntraSite Gel is for external use only and should not be taken internally.