Features of Curad Xeroform Petrolatum Dressing
- It allows minimal drainage to pass to the secondary gauze dressing
- Non-adherent
- Occlusive dressing
- Sterile
- Permeable
- Latex-free
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What Curad Xeroform Petrolatum Dressing used for?
It is intended for use as a primary contact layer in dressing wounds such as:
- Non-draining to lightly draining wounds
- Skin graft sites
- Colostomies
- Donor sites
- Burn abrasions
- Cancer resections
- Lacerations
- Minor or partial thickness burns
- Skin graft sites
- Suture wounds
- All surgical incisions
Contraindications
FAQ
What is curad petrolatum dressing used for?
This dressing aids in preventing secondary dressings from sticking to wound/periwound skin, reducing the risk of trauma during dressing changes. It is permeable enough to let a small amount of drainage through to the secondary dressing.
How often you should change your dressing?
As directed by your healthcare provider, change your dressing. Xeroform is usually changed daily to keep it moist and prevent it from sticking. Look for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, drainage, or a foul odor.
Is gauze good for skin tears?
Yes, Cover the skin tear or skin flap with Xeroform dressing, then dry gauze and/or roll gauze. Allow Xeroform/flap to rest for 3-5 days. PRN soilage may require a change in outer dressing.
Does curad xeroform petrolatum dressing prevent infection?
It prevents infection by reducing desiccation and mechanical trauma. Additionally, it is biocompatible and improves burn wound healing.
How long can you leave gauze dressing on a wound?
It may be kept in place for up to one week and changed as needed for leaking or prior to discharge from hospital.
Medline Curad Xeroform Occlusive Gauze Reviews
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