Molnlycke Mepilex Ag Square Foam Dressing with Silver - Gray - 287100
Absorbent antimicrobial foam dressing with Safetac technology
Rapid, sustained release of ionic silver
Moisture vapour permeable
Safetac layer protects the wound and peri-wound area, reduces the risk or maceration, promotes undisturbed wound healing, minimizes trauma and pain at dressing change
Specifications
Application: Foam Dressing with Silver
Color: Gray
Impregnated Ingredient: Ionic Silver
Material: Foam
Shape: Square
Sterility: Sterile
Type: Adhesive
What our Experts Think
- Antimicrobial foam dressing with silver designed to support infection control in exuding wounds.
- Incorporates Safetacsoft silicone technology to reduce pain and minimize skin trauma during dressing changes.
- Silver ions provide sustained antimicrobial action to help manage bioburden in at-risk or infected wounds.
- Absorbent foam core effectively manages moderate to high exudate while maintaining a moist healing environment.
- Square, conformable design ensures versatile coverage across a wide range of wound locations.
- Breathable outer film supports moisture balance while helping protect against external contaminants.
- Suitable for use under clinical supervision in wounds where infection risk is present or established.
- A trusted advanced wound care option combining comfort, absorption, and antimicrobial protection.
Q&A
Q: What is the Mölnlycke Mepilex Ag Square Foam Dressing (287100) used for?
A: A sterile antimicrobial foam dressing designed to manage low to moderately exuding wounds while helping reduce infection risk and supporting moist wound healing.
Q: What does “Ag” mean in Mepilex Ag?
A: “Ag” stands for silver. The dressing contains ionic silver, which provides an antimicrobial barrier that helps reduce bacterial load in the wound.
Q: How does Mepilex Ag work?
A: It combines a soft silicone Safetac® wound contact layer with absorbent foam and silver. This helps absorb wound fluid, maintain a moist healing environment, and reduce bacteria at the wound site.
Q: What types of wounds is it used for?
A: Commonly used for pressure injuries, venous or arterial leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, and partial-thickness burns with low to moderate exudate levels.
Q: Does it reduce pain during removal?
A: Yes. The Safetac silicone layer is designed to gently adhere to surrounding skin but not the wound bed, helping minimize pain and skin damage when the dressing is changed.
Q: How long can it stay on?
A: Wear time depends on wound condition, but it can often remain in place for several days while maintaining absorption and antimicrobial activity.
Q: Who should use this dressing?
A: It is intended for use under healthcare professional guidance in clinical or home care settings for wounds needing both absorption and antimicrobial protection.
Maintenance Tips
- Store in original sealed packaging in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.
- Do not use if packaging is opened, damaged, or past the expiration date to maintain sterility.
- Handle with clean, gloved hands to prevent contamination prior to application.
- Apply only to clean, appropriately prepared wound sites following clinical protocol.
- Do not reuse; this is a single-use antimicrobial dressing containing silver.
- Avoid cutting or modifying unless explicitly allowed by clinical guidelines, as it may affect performance.
- Rotate stock regularly to ensure first-expiry-first-out (FEFO) inventory management.
- Dispose of used dressings as regulated medical waste per facility infection-control procedures.
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