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Wound Fillers

Wound fillers are beads, creams, foams, gels, ointments, pads, pastes, pillows, powders, strands, or other formulations that are non-adherent. They may include a time-released antimicrobial. Fillers function to maintain a moist environment and manage exudate. Indicated for partial- and full- thickness wounds, infected wounds, draining wounds, and deep wounds that require packing. Absorption capability depends on product composition. They require a secondary dressing.

Wound fillers are beads, creams, foams, gels, ointments, pads, pastes, pillows, powders, strands, or other formulations that are non-adherent. They may include a time-released antimicrobial. Fillers function to maintain a moist environment and manage exudate. Indicated for partial- and full- thickness wounds, infected wounds, draining wounds, and deep wounds that require packing. Absorption capability depends on product composition. They require a secondary dressing.

Wound filler dressings feature the following general performance properties and attributes:
• Fills in dead space
• Easy application and removal
• Facilitates autolytic debridement
• May be absorptive

Wound fillers are indicated for use as a primary dressing in the treatment of minimally to moderately exuding partial- and full-thickness wounds, infected wounds, and deep wounds that require packing to fill dead space.

Wound fillers are typically contraindicated for use on wounds with little to no exudate. Contraindicated for use on third-degree (full-thickness) burns and dry wounds.

The following general warning applies to wound filler products. Always refer to manufacturer information for Warnings and Precautions for a specific product.

Requires a secondary dressing.

Products

PolyMem WIC® Cavity Filler

PolyMem WIC® Cavity Filler is a multifunctional, interactive dressing designed to gently expand to fill cavities, and to wick excess wound fluid into outer dressings or compression wraps, while helping reduce inflammation, decreasing persistent and procedural pain, balancing moisture and continuously cleansing wounds.

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Altrazeal® Transforming Powder Dressing

Altrazeal® is a sterile powder that transforms into a dressing upon hydration and covers and protects wounds for up to 30 days, including surgical, acute, and slow-healing chronic wounds.

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CHONDROPROTEC®

CHONDROPROTEC® is a polysulfated glycosaminoglycan dressing which supports or enhances the connective tissue matrix. Rehydrates dry wounds and maintains a moist healing environment.

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Dermagran® Hydrophilic-B Wound Dressing

Dermagran® Hydrophilic-B Wound Dressing provides a primary cover for wounds. Zinc-nutrient formulation. pH-balanced. For hard-to-heal and chronic wounds.

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HYCOAT®

HYCOAT® is a hyaluronate sodium sterile solution that provides a moist healing environment and acts as a tissue coating. Easy to handle and deliver.

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McKesson Hydrophilic Wound Dressing

McKesson Hydrophilic Wound Dressing contains zinc, vitamins A and B6, calcium, and magnesium. Can be applied directly to the wound bed to provide a moist, mildly acidic environment conducive to wound healing.

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Multidex® Gel or Powder

Multidex® Gel or Powder fills wound sites with topical nutrients, forms a protective coating and maintains a moist environment while controlling odor and drainage. Available with or without prescription.

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