Algicell Ag Calcium Alginate Dressing
Product Highlights:
- Preferable gelling profile and superior absorption capabilities
- Designed to be effective in the management of critically colonized or infected wounds
- Provides 1.4% silver, delivered via a sophisticated ionic transfer technology
- Provides superior bactericidal action that goes to work almost immediately, with kill rates at 99.99% and above
- Provides an effective barrier to bacterial penetration
- Maintains a moist environment, conducive to wound healing
- Reduces the risk of tissue maceration
- Gels well, minimizes fibrous residue and remains intact
- Latex-free
Indications For Use:- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Leg ulcers (venous stasis ulcers, arterial ulcers and leg ulcers of mixed etiology)
- Pressure ulcers/sores (partial and full thickness)
- Donor sites
- Traumatic and surgical wounds
More About Algicell Ag Dressing
Optimal Gelling Profile of Algicell Ag:
- Helps to strengthen dressing when wet
- Minimizes fibrous residue
- Maintains a moist environment, conducive to wound healing
- Remains intact and facilitates ease of removal
Contraindications:
It is not indicated for treatment of third degree burns, patients with a known sensitivity to alginates or silver, or control of heavy bleeding.
