NuMed Bordered Silicone Absorbent Dressing is a highly absorbent, sterile, post-operative dressing for use on heavily exuding wounds. It is widely used to absorb and lock the blood and surgical exudates from surgical wounds, lacerations and cuts. It’s composed of a gentle silicone wound contact layer, non-woven wicking layer, a highly absorbent pad and a vapor permeable and waterproof film; is soft, highly flexible and absorbent dressing.  The silicone wound contact layer is hypoallergenic and doesn’t stick to the wound. It’s very easy in application and causes no pain for dressing changes.

Features

• Excellent exudate management for Post-Operative wounds.
• Highly flexible and comfortable for joints.
• No second trauma for dressing changes
• No sticking to wounds or sutures
• Easy for doctors to do wound inspection with one simple move.

Indications

NuMed Bordered Silicone Absorbent Dressing is indicated for management of moderate to high exuding wounds, including: leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, dehisced surgical wounds and donor sites.

Directions:

• After wound is cleaned and sterilized, the appropriate size dressing is selected to allow for sufficient space to the wound edge.
• NuMed Bordered Silicone Absorbent Dressing can be used either as a primary dressing or as a secondary dressing. When used as a primary dressing, NuMed Bordered Silicone Absorbent Dressing must be in close contact with the wound bed to ensure wound fluid is absorbed. Secure accordingly with bandage, tapes or compression.
• The frequency of changing dressing depends on the amount of exudates.
• Dressing removal can be facilitated by moistening the dressing with saline solution.
• Dispose of as normal waste. If contaminated, follow local regulations.

Contraindications:

• Do not use this product on dry or low exuding wounds, eyes, mucous membranes or in wound cavities because the dressing swells during absorption. Do not use on third-degree burns.
• NuMed Bordered Silicone Absorbent Dressing should not be used on persons with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to the dressing or its components.
• Do not reuse. Do not use the dressing if the sterilized packaging is damaged or open.
• Do not cut the dressing, the cover must remain intact.
• Storage: Please store the product in cool and dry place, and avoid light.