Smith & Nephew Solosite Gel Hydrogel Wound Dressing

Features of Solosite Gel Wound Dressing

• Assists autolytic debridement
• Non-irritating, non-sensitizing and non-cytotoxic
• Gentle to fragile granulation tissue
• Safe and effective gel creates and maintains a moist healing environment
• Effective debrider and deslougher

Indications

• Solosite Hydrogel Dressing is used to create a moist wound environment for the treatment of minor conditions such as:
  • Minor burns
  • Superficial lacerations
  • Cuts and abrasions (partial thickness wounds)
  • Skin tears
• Under the direction of a healthcare professional, Solosite Gel is used to create a moist wound environment for the management of:
  • Venous ulcers (leg ulcers)
  • Surgical incisions
  • Diabetic foot ulcers
  • Pressure ulcers (including stage IV)
• Creates a moist wound environment, which assists in the autolytic debridement of wounds covered with necrotic tissues.

Frequently Bought Together

• Smith & Nephew Dermal Wound Cleanser - Aids in the removal of exudates and other foreign materials, such as dirt and debris from skin and wounds
• Smith & Nephew IV Prep Antiseptic Wipes - Creates a film that may help reduce skin trauma associated with adhesive removal
• Medline Sterile Alcohol Prep Pads - Ideal for removal of oils and residue from skin

How to use?

• Cleanse the wound with saline or an appropriate wound cleanser
• Use Solosite Gel to cover the wound bed (5mm thick)
• Cover with a gauze, foam, or transparent film dressing
• Change the dressing each day or as directed by the physician

Precautions:

• For external use only
• If the condition worsens or does not improve within seven days, consult a physician.

Frequently Bought Together

1. What is SOLOSITE wound gel used for?

It is used to create a moist wound environment for the management of venous ulcers, surgical incisions, diabetic foot ulcers, and pressure injuries.

2. Is Solosite the same as hydrogel?

It is a hydrogel wound dressing with preservatives. It can donate moisture to rehydrate non-viable tissue. It absorbs exudate while retaining its structure in the wound.

3 Is this hydrogel dressing a debrider?

Yes, it is a debrider and creates and maintains an optimal moist wound environment as it desloughs and debrides.

4. How often to use it?

Use up to 1 change per day and 3 fluid ounces per 30 days.