Product Specifications
Below are the key product attributes and specifications that provide detailed information about this item:
Product Overview
The Smith & Nephew Acticoat Flex 7 Antimicrobial Barrier Dressing with Silcryst Nanocrystals is a highly flexible, low-adherent wound dressing designed to provide antimicrobial protection while promoting a moist wound healing environment. Measuring 16" x 16", this dressing is ideal for covering large or irregularly shaped wounds.
Features:
- Antimicrobial Protection: Contains Silcryst Nanocrystals, which release silver ions to help reduce bacterial growth in and around the wound.
- Extended Wear Time: Provides up to 7 days of antimicrobial activity, minimizing frequent dressing changes.
- Highly Flexible: Conforms easily to body contours, making it suitable for wounds on joints or mobile areas.
- Low Adherent: Designed to minimize trauma during dressing removal, reducing discomfort for the patient.
- Moisture Management: Maintains an optimal moist wound environment to support healing.
Specifications:
- Size: 16" x 16"
- Material: Antimicrobial barrier dressing with nanocrystalline silver technology
- Flexibility: Highly conformable for ease of application
- Adherence: Low-adherent to prevent wound disruption
- Duration of Antimicrobial Activity: Up to 7 days
Use Suggestion:
This dressing is suitable for partial- and full-thickness wounds, including burns, surgical wounds, and chronic ulcers. Apply directly to the wound bed, ensuring full coverage. Secure with an appropriate secondary dressing if needed. Replace every 3 to 7 days, or as clinically indicated. For best results, follow healthcare provider instructions based on wound condition.
