AMERX® Hydrocolloid Dressing - Thin
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AMERX® Hydrocolloid Dressing - Thin is a sterile, thin, semi-transparent dressing that easily conforms to the skin surface and allows better observation of the wound healing process. Ideal for areas subject to friction.
• Sterile, thin hydrocolloid semi-transparent dressings easily conform to skin surface, manage wound exudate and create a moist wound environment for partial- and full-thickness wounds
• Easily conforms and ideal for areas subject to friction
• Waterproof film surface
AMERX® Hydrocolloid Dressing - Thin is for use as a primary dressing over dry and lightly exudating chronic and acute wounds.
Contraindicated for use on third-degree burns or if there are known sensitivities to the dressing components.
Protect periwound skin as needed. Should any signs of redness or irritation appear, discontinue use and consult a health care professional. In the presence of infection, product use may continue in combination with appropriate antibiotic therapy and wound monitoring under medical supervision.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.
| Adhesive border | |
| Antimicrobial format available | |
| Conforms readily to wound | ● |
| Cuttable | ● |
| Freeze-dried | |
| Gels on contact w/ exudate | ● |
| Impermeable to outside contaminants | ● |
| Moldable | ● |
| One-piece removal | ● |
| Paste | |
| Self-adhering | ● |
| Variety of sizes | ● |
| Educational Material Available | |
| Free Samples/Trials Available | ● |
| Published Clinical Article Available |
Acute Wounds
Chronic Wounds
Dehisced Wounds
Diabetic Foot
Donor Sites
Granulating/Epithelializing Wounds
Infected Wounds
Minor Burns
Non/Minimally Exudating Wounds
Palliative Wounds
Pressure Ulcers (Stages 2 and 3)
Superficial Wounds
Surgical Wounds (Post-Operative)
Venous Ulcers
Dressing size should extend a minimum of (1/2)" beyond the wound border. Cleanse wound with sterile saline solution. Remove paper liner and place dressing directly over wound and surrounding skin without tension. Carefully smooth the edge of the dressing to ensure proper contact with the surrounding skin.
Change the dressing as indicated by the amount of drainage (up to seven days).
Latex-friendly
Non-allergenic
Non-cytotoxic
Non-irritating
AMERX Health Care offers a comprehensive suite of wound care products including AMERIGEL® Advanced Wound and Skin Care topicals, HELIX3® Bioactive Collagen, AMERX® dressings, and the EXTREMIT-EASE® Compression Garment.