ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive - Hydrocellular Dressing

ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive provides the advantages of ALLEVYN^◊ Hydrocellular dressings in a adhesive format for simple and effective fixation.

Convenient adhesive presentation
The wound contact layer of ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive is coated with a low allergy adhesive which is designed to adhere well to intact skin, but not to wounds.  The adhesive is non-irritating.

Highly absorbent
In-vitro studies and clinical experience demonstrate that ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive dressings can stay in place for up to seven days.  This capacity results from a combination of properties:

• The perforated wound contact layer allows even viscous exudate to pass into the dressing.
• The hydrocellular core of the dressing absorbs and holds liquid in its microscopic structure.
• The breathable outer surface of the dressing allows excess moisture to evaporate away from the dressing.
• The result is the formation of a wound environment, which allows wound closure to progress without the need for frequent dressing changes.

Moist Wound Environment
ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive creates and maintains a moist wound healing environment at the wound surface, helping prevent eschar formation.

Profiled dressing edges
ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive has a profiled cross-section, narrowing to micro-thin edges which helps ensure the dressing remains securely in place and prevents accidental removal by friction between the dressing and clothes and bedding.

Waterproof/Aids in the prevention of bacterial contamination

Cushioned comfort
ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive dressings are soft and cushioning, giving excellent patient comfort and protection.

• ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive is indicated for exudate absorption and the management of partial to full thickness wounds.  Some typical wounds are:
                      Ulcers (venous, arterial, diabetic)
                      Pressure Sores
                      Donor Sites
                      Surgical Incisions
                      Surgical Excisions
                      Burns (1st and 2nd degree)

• Creation and maintenance of a moist wound environment.  Moist wound environments have been established as optimal environments for the management of the wound.
• Provides physical separation between the wound and external environments to assist in preventing bacterial contamination of the wound.

• Do not use any ALLEVYN^◊ product with oxidising agents such as hypochlorite solutions (eg Dakins) or hydrogen peroxide, as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressings.
• As with all adhesive products, some cases of irritation and/or maceration of the skin surrounding the wound have been reported. It should be noted that too frequent dressing changes, particularly on patients with fragile skin, may result in skin stripping.
• If reddening or sensitization occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.
• ALLEVYN^◊ Adhesive is not indicated for use on third degree burns.