ALLEVYN Ag GENTLE BORDER CLASSIC FOAM DRESSING 12.5CM x 12.5CM 

 FOAM DRESSING

Foams are comfortable, conformable and are highly efficient at absorbing large amounts of wound exudate whilst maintaining a moist wound environment. They are easy to use and leave no residue in the wound upon removal. Can be used as a primary or secondary dressing.

ALLEVYN Ag (ALLEVYN CLASSIC FOAM DRESSING)

The ALLEVYN Ag dressings contain the added benefit of silver suphadiazine within the foam pad to provide a sustained and effective bacterial kill when an antimicrobial dressing is required.

What microbes is ALLEVYN Ag effective against?

ALLEVYN Ag is effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria including antibiotic resistant bacteria such as Pseudomonas, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus (VRE).

Silver acts on several areas of the cell to achieve an effective bacteriocidal  action. Clinical trials on ALLEVYN Ag have demonstrated its efficacy in patients with Lantis et al observing a significant reduction in bioburden in the wound during the use of ALLEVYN Ag combined with a decrease in the signs and symptoms of infection and a reduction in wound area.

Is silver safe?

Silver sulfadiazine has a long history of use in wound care, with the cumulative history of approved clinical use of over 35 years as a Medicinal Product. Post marketing surveillance data collected for SSD show that SSD is both safe and effective in preventing and treating infections in burns and other wounds. Just like any other medical product please refer to the product leaflet for precautions and contraindications.

ALLEVYN Ag GENTLE BORDER

A highly absorbent antimicrobial dressing with a gentle silicone adhesive, the ideal one step dressing for use on fragile skin.

Indications

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border dressings are indicated for use in exuding partial and full thickness wounds including decubitus ulcers, diabetic ulcers, first and second degree burns and donor sites.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border may be used over debrided and partial thickness wounds.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border can be used in conjunction with a hydrogel dressing, such as INTRASITE◊ Gel for necrotic or sloughy wounds.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border is suitable for use on fragile skin.

Precautions

·         For external use only.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border is not compatible with oxidizing agents (e.g. EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide, as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressing.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border dressings are not intended to provide treatment for infected wounds.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border may be used on infected wounds being managed in accordance with institutional clinical protocols for infection abatement as an adjunct to the standard treatment regimen to provide a barrier to bacterial penetration.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border may not be compatible with topical antimicrobials.

·         If reddening or sensitisation occur discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.

·         Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements e.g. EEG and ECG.

·         When ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border is used on a patient during MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) examination some warming may be experienced.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border is not compatible with oil based products such as petrolatum.

·         ALLEVYN Ag Gentle Border is not suitable for use alone on cavity wounds but may be used over cavity wounds as a secondary dressing.

·         As with all products containing silver sulfadiazine the following precautions should be noted, especially when covering a large surface area with the dressing.

·         Use caution in patients with significant hepatic or renal impairment,

·         Use caution in individuals known to have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency,

·         Effects of systemically administered drugs may be altered. This can especially apply to oral hypoglycaemic agents and to phenytoin. In the case of these drugs, it is recommended that blood levels should be monitored as their effect canbe potentiated.

How should ALLEVYN dressings be stored?

ALLEVYN dressings should be stored in a dry place below 77°f/ 25°c, away from sunlight.