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Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze

Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze is a combination of silver, alginate, and maltodextrin that can also be used for autolytic debridement.

DeRoyal

DeRoyal is a U.S. based international manufacturer producing surgical supply delivery programs, surgical accessories, orthopedic supports, critical care products, negative pressure wound therapy and wound care products.
Toll free:(800) 251-9864 Fax:(865) 362-3728 Website: www.deroyal.com
Benefits

• Facilitates autolytic debridement
• Specially woven gauze will not unravel, lint, or fray
• Helps decrease wound odor
• Absorbs exudate

Indications

Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze is indicated for use on minor burns, skin grafts, skin donor sites, dermal ulcers, diabetic ulcers, abdominal wounds, and superficial wounds such as lacerations, cuts, or abrasions.

Contraindications

Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze should not be used for the treatment of the following: third-degree burns, ulcers resulting from infections, lesions associated with active vasculitis, or patients with known sensitivity to alginates.

Warnings and Precautions

When visible signs of infection are present in the wound, Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze may only be used when proper systemic medical treatment addresses the cause of the infection.
Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze should be removed and the wound thoroughly cleaned prior to hyperbaric oxygenation or any other therapy where the presence of metals is contraindicated.
Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze silver alginate wound dressings are for external use and they may not be surgically implanted.
Discontinue use if signs of sensitivity appear.

How Supplied/Sizing
2"x2", 4"x4".
HCPCS Code
Product features
cancel Absorptive dressing format
cancel Alginate dressing format
cancel Antimicrobial effects up to 48 hours
cancel Antimicrobial effects up to 3 days
check_circle Antimicrobial effects up to 7 days
cancel Bacterial binding
cancel Bacterial trapping
cancel Bactericidal
cancel Bactericidal broad-spectrum
cancel Bacteriostatic
cancel Collagen dressing format
cancel Composite dressing format
cancel Contact layer dressing format
cancel Foam dressing format
cancel Fungicidal
cancel Gauze or non-woven dressing format
cancel Gelling fiber dressing format
cancel Hydrogel (amorphous) dressing format
check_circle Hydrogel (impregnated) dressing format
cancel Hydrogel (sheet) dressing format
cancel Impermeable to outside contaminants
cancel Impregnated dressing format
cancel Microbicidal
check_circle Moisture vapor permeable
check_circle Secondary dressing required
cancel Silicone-based adhesive
cancel Sporicidal
cancel Super absorbent polymers
cancel Sustained release formula
cancel Transparent film dressing format
cancel Virucidal
cancel Wound filler dressing format
Other features
check_circle Educational Material Available
check_circle Free Samples/Trials Available
cancel Published Clinical Article Available
Recommended Use

Abdominal Wounds
Abrasions
Acute Wounds
Burns
Cavity Wounds
Chronic Wounds
Cuts
Deep Wounds
Dehisced Wounds
Dermal Lesions
Diabetic Foot
Donor Sites
Infected Wounds
Lacerations
Moderate/Highly Exudating Wounds
Non/Minimally Exudating Wounds
Pressure Ulcers
Sloughy Wounds
Superficial Wounds
Surgical Wounds
Venous Ulcers

Mode of Use/Application

Thoroughly cleanse wound with normal saline. Remove dressing from packaging. Place Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze dressing over shallow wounds or pack loosely into deep wounds. Secure dressing in place with retention dressing such as gauze, hydrocolloid, foam, composite or film dressing. Secondary dressing selections should be based on the amount of wound drainage. Dressing may be worn for up to seven days or until secondary dressing is required to be changed or reaches saturation.

Removal & Change Frequency

Apply glove. Remove secondary dressing. Gently remove Algidex Ag® Hydrogel Gauze dressing.

Clinically Tested

Latex-friendly
Non-cytotoxic
Non-irritating

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