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Mepilex Ag Foam Dressing
Brand: Mepilex
Manufacturer: Molnlycke Health Care
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Mepilex Ag Foam Dressing
Mepilex Ag is an soft, gray, antimicrobial foam dressing that feels comfortable against the skin while utilizing silver and Safetac technology to close the wound’s edges, preventing exudate from leaking onto the surrounding skin, minimizing the risk of maceration. Once applied, Mepilex Ag begins to deactivate pathogens on the wound bed within 30 seconds and continues to do so for up to seven days after application, helping to reducing odor and infection. The adhesive does not stick to the injured skin, but does stick to the surrounding skin.
How Does This Product Work?
For the Mepilex AG Silver Dressing to be effective, it utilizes two different technologies for optimal healing. First, the silver-infused foam is able to provide antimicrobial effects on the cellular level. The impact of silver on the cell wall ruptures cells and interrupts the functions of cells, including replication, keeping the bacteria count low and reducing the risk of infection.
Secondly, the Safetac silicone surface reduces pain and wound irritation by molding to the full surface of the skin, conforming to the uneven surfaces. This prevents wounds from leaking fluid and causing breakdown of the skin. This also reduces any tearing of the skin upon removal.
Key Features
- Prevents exudate from migrating to the surrounding skin
- Helps lessen maceration risks, which can damage the skin and draw out the healing process
- Allows for clean, gentle dressing changes without damaging or irritating the wound bed and surrounding skin
- Lessens patient pain and improves comfort
- Reduces and inactivates microorganisms, pathogens (MRSA), and odors
- Remains in place even after adjustments and when you change the secondary dressing
- May be cut to suit various wound shapes and difficult-to-dress locations
- Active Ingredient – silver sulfate to fight infections
- Clinically tested
- Latex-friendly
- Non-irritating
- Anti-bacterial for up to 7 days
Uses
- Leg and foot ulcers
- Low to moderate exudate wounds
- Pressure ulcers
- Partial thickness burns
- Can be used with compression and retention bandages, under medical supervision
- Acute and chronic wounds
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Infected wounds
- Palliative wounds
- Sloughly wounds
- Superficial wounds
- Surgical wounds
- Venous ulcers
How to Use Mepilex Ag Foam Dressing
- Remove the existing dressing and clean the wound with mild soap, making sure all injured skin is removed. Rinse with clean water. Pat the wound dry with a clean, dry cloth.
- Remove the release film. Cut Mepilex Ag to fit the wound bed, making sure it overlaps onto the surrounding skin by 1-2 centimeters. You may need to use silk tape to secure the edges. Apply the adherent side to the wound. Do not stretch.
- Cover the pad with dry gauze. This is the outer dressing that will need to be changed daily or as directed by your doctor.
- Wrap with an additional stretch bandage.
Precautions
- Not for use on those with a sensitivity to silver.
- Remove before x-rays, MRI scans, ultrasounds, or other radiation treatments.
- Not intended for internal use.
- Intended for single use to reduce cross-contamination and deterioration of product quality.
- Do not use if inner contents are defaced and sterility is compromised. Do not re-sterilize.
- Properties of the product are not ensured after expiration date has passed.
- May cause discoloration for skin and/or wound.
- Does not replace need for infection treatment or systemic therapy.
- Do not mix with other topical treatments or cleansing products.
- This dressing is not waterproof and caution is to be used when showering or swimming.
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287090, 287100, 287200, 287300, 287400, 287500
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| Manufacturer | Molnlycke Health Care |
|---|---|
| Brand | Mepilex |
| Contains Silver | |
| Pad Size | |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Includes Border | |
| Latex | |
| Absorbency | |
| Condition | |
| Amount | Individual Dressing, Box of 2, Box of 5, Case of 10, Case of 20, Case of 25, Case of 45, Case of 70 |
| Billing Supported | |
| HCPC Code | |
| Wound and Skin Condition | Fragile Skin, Low to Medium Exudation, Painful Wound |
| Wound Care Product Category | Antimicrobial Dressings, Non-Bordered Foam Dressings |
| Wound type | Burn, Foot Ulcer, Leg Ulcer, Pressure Ulcer |
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