Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing Features
- Protects peri-wound skin
- Suitable for use on neonates
- Can be utilized when conventional dressings are not feasible
- Provides occlusive wound dressing and soothes compromised peri-wound skin
- Triad wound dressing simplifies protocol for many types of un-conventional wounds
- Moist, healing environment is maintained
- Non-Adhesive dressing
- Ideal for difficult to dress areas
When to use this Triad Ointment?
- Local management of venous stasis and pressure ulcers
- Dermal lesions/injuries
- First and second-degree burns
- Partial and full-thickness wounds
- Superficial wounds
- Scrapes
Why This Product Stands Out?
- Hydrophilic technology absorbs wound exudate and forms a moist healing environment
- Zinc oxide–based paste protects skin and acts as a moisture barrier
- Adheres to wet or dry skin, even in incontinence or maceration conditions
- Can be used when traditional dressings are not feasible
- Provides a bacterial barrier to help reduce infection risk
- Suitable for a wide range of patients, including neonates
- Non-adherent surface reduces pain and trauma
- Ideal for difficult to dress areas like the sacrum and perineum
What is Triad Cream?
Triad Cream is a unique wound care product that combines the benefits of a protective ointment and a moisture barrier cream. This zinc oxide-based product is designed to treat and protect skin from damage due to pressure ulcers, minor burns, and moisture-associated skin irritation. Triad Cream is ideal for use on wounds where the skin is fragile or where traditional wound dressings are impractical. Its thick, pasty consistency allows it to adhere to moist areas without the need for dressings, providing an effective protective barrier while promoting healing. The cream is particularly useful in hard-to-dress areas like the sacrum, coccyx, and perineum. Triad Cream’s ability to resist moisture makes it perfect for use in incontinence-related wounds, as it shields the skin from further damage while maintaining a moist wound environment conducive to healing.
Contraindications
Triad Dressing is not suggested to be used on the following:
- Third degree burns
- Infected wounds
How does Triad Cream for Wounds work?
Coloplast Triad Wound Dressing works through its unique design and properties to promote optimal wound healing. Here's how it works:
- Hydrophilic Properties: The dressing is hydrophilic, meaning it has an affinity for water and readily absorbs wound exudate (fluid) from the wound bed
- Moisture Management: Once the dressing comes into contact with wound exudate, it absorbs the fluid, transforming into a gel-like consistency. This gel helps maintain a moist environment around the wound, which is known to promote faster and more effective healing
- Moist Wound Healing: The moist environment created by the dressing supports several essential aspects of wound healing. It facilitates the migration of healthy cells, such as fibroblasts, to the wound site, promoting the formation of new tissue (granulation). It also helps prevent the formation of dry scabs, which can impede healing
- Non-Adherent Surface: The Triad cream has a non-adherent surface that minimizes trauma and pain during dressing changes. It prevents the dressing from sticking to the wound bed, reducing the risk of disruption to the healing process and minimizing discomfort for the patient
- Absorbency: The dressing has excellent absorbent capabilities, effectively managing moderate to heavily exuding wounds. It can absorb and retain a significant amount of wound exudate, preventing excessive moisture buildup and reducing the risk of maceration (softening of surrounding skin due to excess moisture)
- Bacterial Barrier: The dressing acts as a protective barrier against external contaminants, reducing the risk of infection. It helps create an environment that is unfavorable for bacterial growth, promoting a clean and sterile wound-healing process
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How to use Triad Wound Dressing?
Triad Paste Application

Always cleanse the wound before applying Triad.

Triad hydrophilic wound dressing can be applied directly from the tube or by using a gloved finger.

Gently spread Coloplast hydrophilic wound dressing evenly over the area of application to the thickness of a dime.
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Triad Barrier Cream on Wound with Depth

For wounds with depth, gauze impregnated with Triad may be used

Fold or fluff the gauze to fit within the wound bed

Cover the wound with a secondary dressing
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How to remove Triad Paste?

Use pH-balanced wound cleanser to soften Triad

Gently wipe to remove without scrubbing

For complete removal repeat as needed
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Important Tips
- Unlike hydrogels or other wound pastes, Triad will not cause periwound moisture-associated dermatitis (periwound maceration).
- After the wound has been debrided, Triad can still be used to promote a moist wound healing environment.
- No secondary dressing is necessary
Triad Wound Dressing Guide
Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing Brochure
Trial Hydrophilic Wound Dressing User Manual
Triad Case Study
Triad Cream FAQ
1. Does Triad hydrophilic cream need a prescription?
No, it does not require any prescription.
2. What is Coloplast Triad Cream used for?
Triad is a sterile coating that can be used on broken skin. CMC allows the paste to adhere to wet skin, keeping the wound covered and protected from incontinence. It contains dimethicone to moisturize the skin and petrolatum and zinc oxide to reduce skin irritation.
3. How often to apply Triad wound cream?
Reapply at least every 5-7 days or as necessary. For wounds needing autolytic debridement, reapply cream layer 1-3 days as needed.
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Super Effective
We found the product the most effective for healing cracked skin (fingers especially from cold weather cracks) results in 1 to 2 days.
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Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing
It was recommended by the nursing home that my wife resides in now. It seems to work well to help skin heal and protect the skin on her as well.
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Stephanie S.
Butt cream
We were recommended to use this for butt cream for my daughter who has hirschsprung: works great but you have to use a decent amount and it’s pretty pricey.
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Joanne V.
Great! Just like the one
Great! Just like the one from the hospital. Arrived fast. Mistake with order at first, but issue quickly resolved.
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Joyce E.
Great in preventing/healing pressure sores
This cream is perfect in all aspects of treating pressure sores. Great in the preventing/healing of pressure sores.
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Jamie H.
Dressing came in a timely fashion and wasn’t priced bad either
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David T.
They used it in the hospital and I wanted to keep using it at home!!
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Judy P.
Wonderful!
Wonderful!
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D B.
$ 16.00 + per tube and product is no better than any petroleum jelly!!
Ridiculous cost for a wound care that it does NOT work .
Ridiculous & tardy service. Returning item for extremely delay at merchant’s fault. Guess what? Merchant is charging restocking fee for delayed and unopened item and also charging shipping cost
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Question: Is the creme supposed to burn when applied? My grandmother got the creme today for a sore she got on her tail bone from being inactive. When she applies it burns . Should she keep on using it ?
Asked by Roni on May 21, 2020
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Answer: Unfortunately, we cannot help you with your query. We recommend you to consult your doctor for the same.
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Question: The hospital used this on my newborn son when he was in the NICU for diper rash. Is this something I should get for future diper rash issues??
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Answer: Dear customer, as per your query We do not recommend this one. Please go through the link below. https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/p-triple-paste-medicated-ointment-for-diaper-rash.html https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/p-medline-remedy-olivamine-calazime-skin-protectant-paste.html https://www.healthproductsforyou.com/p-dermarite-periguard-skin-protectant-antimicrobial-ointment.html
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Question: Can you cover triad with a secondary dressing and can it be occlusive?
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Answer: We are not medically trained to answer your query.
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Question: How do you remove Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing. Was told to use vegetable oil before showering, but it wasn't coming off very well. Had to rub off most of it with a Cavilon pad.
Asked by Pamela on Oct 30, 2019
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Answer: As we are not medically trained so we don have any information about this please consult with your doctor regarding this.
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Question: Can this cream be used along with ripivocaine ?
Asked by Karenwest on May 12, 2019
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Answer: We would strongly suggest you to first consult your physician/doctor regarding the compatibility of this product with ripivocaine.
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Question: How often can Coloplast be used in a wound. I know can stay up to 5 days. But if resident is incontinent can this product be used more than once daily?
Asked by CarrieCrandall on Mar 4, 2019
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Answer: We recommend to use Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Dressing one time a day.
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Question: should it be used with a secondary dressing?
Asked by LisaFrye on Dec 7, 2018
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Answer: Using Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Dressing as a secondary dressing depends on the type of the wound you have. We suggest consulting your doctor for the same.
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Question: Does it expire? I have a tube from 2015. Can I still use it?
Asked by Lisa on Jun 29, 2018
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Answer: Yes, Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Dressing expires. Please check for the expiry date / best before date on the product itself. We recommend you to buy a new Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Dressing.
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Question: Is there patient assistance for people that can't afford it if not covered by their insurance?
Asked by Brenda on Jun 28, 2018
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Answer: We apologise we can not provide any help with reference to such situation.
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Question: Can Triad be mixed with lidocaine ointment and then applied?
Asked by Corissa on Jun 13, 2018
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Answer: It is not recommended to mix it with something and apply without doctor consult.
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Question: How many tubes of triad hydrocoilloid paste will Medicare allow
Asked by Leslie on Jun 19, 2017
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Answer: Unfortunately we do not deal directly with insurance companies. Our customers will purchase products then submit the paid invoice to their insurance company for reimbursement. We strongly advise checking with your insurance company first to make sure they will reimburse your purchase.
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Question: HOW OFTEN DOES IT NEED TO BE APPLIED
Asked by Sharon on Apr 28, 2016
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Answer: Repeat application at least every 5-7 days or as necessary.
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supposed to clean it off daily or just keep reapplying?
Asked by Dale on Sep 11, 2015
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Answer: You would re-apply the Triad paste.
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Question: My mother just recently was given this product to use on her leg, however the paste will not dry...even after several hours. Is this common?
Asked by Robyn on Dec 2, 2014
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Answer: Coloplast Triad Hydrophilic Dressing absorbs excess exudate while retaining a moist, healing environment.
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