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ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive Dressing

ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive Dressing is a hydrocellular absorbent pad containing SSD, providing sustained controlled silver release at bactericidal levels. Indicated for exuding wounds. Seven-day wear time (5 days for sacrum format).

Smith+Nephew, Inc.

For over 150 years, Smith+Nephew has taken a pioneering approach to product design and services, helping to reduce the human and economic costs of wounds. *Trademark of Smith+Nephew
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Benefits

• Excess wound fluid is transpired away from the wound bed, reducing the risk of maceration
• Promotes rapid wound closure, less potential for leakage and odor
• Provides an effective barrier to bacteria penetration and reduces bacterial load (in-vitro)
• Product is easy to apply, can be removed in one piece and is designed in sizes and shapes appropriate for target wound types
• Prevents healing tissue from growing into the dressing, minimizing pain on removal
• Low allergy adhesive products offer an all-in-one solution
• Top film becomes more breathable in the presence of fluid
• Conformable and comfortable
• Maintains a moist wound interface
• Waterproof

Indications

ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive is indicated for exudate absorption and the management of partial- to full-thickness wounds.

Warnings and Precautions

For external use only.
ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive is not compatible with oxidizing agents or hydrogen peroxide, as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressing.
ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive dressings are not intended to provide treatment for infected wounds.
ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive may be used on infected wounds being managed in accordance with institutional clinical protocols for infection abatement as an adjunct to the standard treatment regimen to provide a barrier to bacterial penetration.
ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive may not be compatible with topical antimicrobials.
In common with all adhesive products, some cases of irritation and/or maceration of the skin surrounding the wound may be observed.
It should be noted that inappropriate use or too frequent dressing changes, particularly on patients with fragile skin, may result in skin stripping.
Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements (eg, EEG and ECG).
When ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive is used on a patient during MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) examination, some warming may be experienced.
ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive is not compatible with oil-based products such as petrolatum.
ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive is not suitable for use on cavity wounds but may be used over cavity wounds as a secondary dressing.
As with all products containing silver sulfadiazine, the following precautions should be noted, especially when covering a large surface area with the dressing:
1. Use caution in patients with significant hepatic or renal impairment,
2. Use caution in individuals known to have glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency,
3. Effects of systemically administered drugs may be altered. This can especially apply to oral hypoglycemic agents and to phenytoin. In the case of these drugs, it is recommended that blood levels should be monitored as their effect can be potentiated.

How Supplied/Sizing
3"x3", 5"x5", 7"x7". Sacrum: 6(3/4)"x6(3/4)", 9"x9".
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
check_circle Foam dressing format
cancel Fungicidal
cancel Gauze or non-woven dressing format
cancel Gelling fiber dressing format
cancel Hydrogel (amorphous) dressing format
cancel 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
cancel Secondary dressing required
cancel Silicone-based adhesive
cancel Sporicidal
cancel Super absorbent polymers
check_circle 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

Arterial Ulcers
Diabetic Ulcers
First- and Second-Degree Burns
Pressure Ulcers
Surgical Wounds
Venous Ulcers

Mode of Use/Application

Select an appropriate size dressing. Prepare and clean the skin around the wound. Peel back the protector papers and anchor the dressing over the wound. Smooth the dressing into place, ensuring that the edges of the dressing are not wrinkled.

Removal & Change Frequency

During the early stages of treatment, ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive dressings should be inspected frequently. The dressings can be left in place until exudate can be seen through the outer waterproof film layer and approaches (3/4)" from the edge of the dressing. ALLEVYN* Ag Adhesive dressings provide absorption capacity for up to 7 days (ALLEVYN* Ag Sacrum up to 5 days).
To remove, lift one corner of the dressing and lift it gently away from the wound.

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