ABSOLIN COTTON GAUZE PADS

Absolin Pads

(Cotton Gauze Dressings)

Absolin is an absorbent, low-adherent dressing. It contains an absorbent core of fine cotton, sandwiched between a woven gauze wound contact layer and a textured fluid repellent non-woven backing layer. The edges of the pad are sealed to prevent the loss of fabric from the absorbent core. The hydrophobic backing prevents strike-through and thus protects clothing or bed linen from contamination by wound fluid. The lightweight woven gauze wound contact layer is absorbent, and therefore will take up blood or exudates and will allow fluid to pass freely into the dressing. It also acts as an interface layer which reduces the possibility of the dressing from adhering to a drying wound.

• Ideal for situations where a great capacity of absorption is needed, such as bleeding and chronicle wounds with moderate to high exudation.

• Secondary dressings for high exuding wounds.

• 100% Cotton, white weaved Gauze.

• High absorption capacity.

Packing

• Non sterile: plastic bag.

• Sterile: individual peel-open pack.

• Wound side layer in white weaved gauze of very low adherence.

• External layer in non-woven with hydrophobic properties.

• Inner layer composed by 100% cotton fluff.

• Hot melt.

Indications

The dressing is designed to absorb and retain large volumes of wound exudate and is therefore indicated for the treatment of childbirth cases where most types of moderate to heavily exuding wounds are present. Absolin may be used under compression bandaging (STERI-PORE) although the fluid handling properties will be reduced when the dressing is subjected to pressure.

Contra-indications

The manufacturer has identified no absolute contra-indications to the use of Absolin. Method of use If clinically indicated, the wound should be cleaned in accordance with current nursing practice, and the surrounding skin thoroughly dried. A suitable primary dressing should be placed on the surface of the wound if required and a suitably sized Absolin applied, ensuring an overlap of at least one centimeter on to the surrounding skin. Once in position the dressing may be held in place with a bandage or other suitable retention aid like STERI-PORE.

Frequency of Change

The interval between changes will normally be determined by the amount of wound liquid produced. If the condition of the wound deteriorates, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.

Warnings

The presence of clinical infection does not preclude the use of Absolin provided that the dressing is changed frequently and appropriate antimicrobial therapy is also provided. Absolin should not be used on individuals with a known sensitivity to the dressing or one of its components. The dressing must not be cut, or shaped to fit around drains etc., as this will lead to the loss of fine cotton pulp.

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