Alginate Dressings

Product Description
Alginate dressings, derived from seaweed, form a gel when in contact with wound exudate, making them ideal for managing wounds with moderate to heavy drainage. These dressings are easy to remove, though they may occasionally cause slight discomfort, and they play a significant role in supporting wound debridement.
1.Calcium Alginate Dressings

• Applications:
  • Suitable for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
  • Effective for surgical wounds
  • Designed for leg ulcers and diabetic ulcers
  • Useful in traumatic wounds (such as skin injuries or cuts)
  • Appropriate for cavity wound s

• Key benefits include:

• M – Moisture: The process of maintaining the right level of moisture in the wound to promote cell migration, prevent desiccation, and reduce the risk of maceration.

2.Silver Alginate Dressings

• Applications:
  • Ideal for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate
  • Suitable for surgical wounds
  • Effective for leg ulcers and diabetic ulcers
  • Designed for traumatic wounds (skin injuries or cuts)
  • Applicable for cavity wounds
  • Appropriate for donor and graft sites
  • Useful in treating pressure ulcers
  • Suitable for superficial burns or partial-thickness burns

• Key benefits include:
• M – Moisture: The process of maintaining the right level of moisture in the wound to promote cell migration, prevent desiccation, and reduce the risk of maceration.
• I – Infection: Measures taken to reduce microbial load, prevent infection, and treat existing wound infections.