What is Bactigras dressing used for?
Bactigras is used as a wound dressing for the prevention of infection in minor skin loss injuries and ulcerative wounds. It is not recommended for the treatment of existing wound infection unless used as an adjunct to systemic antibiotic therapy where appropriate.
What does Bactigras do to a wound?
Bactigras* is an antiseptic, soft paraffin dressing which soothes and protects the wound whilst helping to reduce wound infection and inflammation. It has low adherence and allows the wound to drain freely into an absorbent secondary dressing.
How do you use Bactigras gauze dressing?
Application
- Wash hands before and after treating wound. Gently clean wound and surrounding skin.
- Peel open foil sachet. Cut dressing to size.
- Remove protective paper to reveal BACTIGRAS◊ gauze.
- Place BACTIGRAS◊ onto the wound.
- Place second dressing(e.g. MELOLIN◊ pad) over BACTIGRAS◊ for added protection and absorption.
Is Bactigras good for open wound?
Bactigras is suitable for: Wounds at risk of infection that cover no more than 10% of body area. Infected wounds in conjunction with systemic antibiotics. Minor burns and scalds, lacerations, abrasions and other skin loss wounds including donor and recipient graft sites.
How long can you leave Bactigras on a wound?
The Bactigras dressing may be left in place when the absorbent secondary dressing is changed. The frequency of changing the Bactigras dressing will depend on the clinical circumstances and this can vary from more than once a day to twice per week. S&S of local wound infection are resolved within 2 weeks.
How do you dress a bed sore?
Cleaning and dressing wounds
- Cleaning. If the affected skin isn’t broken, wash it with a gentle cleanser and pat dry. Clean open sores with water or a saltwater (saline) solution each time the dressing is changed.
- Putting on a bandage. A bandage speeds healing by keeping the wound moist.
How often should I change Bactigras?
The frequency of changing the Bactigras dressing will depend on the clinical circumstances and this can vary from more than once a day to twice per week. S&S of local wound infection are resolved within 2 weeks. If used prophylactically, a wound infection does not occur.
How do you use Actisorb dressing?
Dressing Application Gently apply ACTISORB™ Silver 220 Dressing to the wound. Either side of ACTISORB™ Silver 220 dressing can be placed on the wound. The properties of the dressing are most fully utilised when ACTISORB™ Silver 220 Dressing makes direct contact with the wound.
How often do you change Bactigras dressing?
What is the best dressing to promote wound healing?
As noted above, many types of dressings will reduce wound bacteria, debride and promote an ideal healing environment. They include: honey, PHMB, Zorflex, Sorbact, silver, iodine and highly absorptive dressings, all of which have been shown to reduce bacterial load.