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ALLEVYN™ COMPRESSION

Polyurethane Dressing

ALLEVYN Compression Polyurethane Dressing

ALLEVYN◊, The No.1 foam dressing

The ALLEVYN Range

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ALLEVYN◊ Product Range

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    The ALLEVYN◊ range caters for all wound shapes, sites and levels of exudate.

  • Instructions for Use
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  • Instructions for Use

Step 1

Select an appropriate size dressing.  Prepare and clean the skin surrounding the wound area by removing excess moisture.


Step 2

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Peel back the protector papers and anchor the dressing over the wound, overlapping the wound edges by at least 2 cm.


Step 3

ALLEVYN◊ Compression dressings can be left in place for up to seven days depending on the volume of exudates and in accordance with local clinical protocol.  To remove, lift one corner of the dressing and lift it gently away from the wound.


Please see Overview page for Precautions.
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