Bactigras dressing 10cm pack of 10

Product Description

CE medical device. Gauze soaked in paraffin with chlorhexidine acetate; sterile (sterilized by gamma radiation), single use. Packaged in a single peel-open sachet. Bactigras is for topical use only.

Characteristics

Indicated for a wide range of wounds where there is a risk of infection, or on already infected wounds, in combination with a systemic antibiotic.

The range of wounds on which Bactigras can be used is: Its uses include minor burns and scalds, lacerations, abrasions and wounds with loss of substance, donor and graft areas, leg ulcers.

It acts as a barrier between the wound and the secondary dressing, allowing exudate to pass into the absorbent secondary dressing.

The antiseptic chlorhexidine acetate is slowly released from the dressing, providing long-lasting action against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.

Ingredients

White paraffin-impregnated cotton gauze containing 0.5% chlorhexidine acetate.

Directions for use

1. Clean the wound using standard technique.
2. Select the correct dressing size and open the pouch.
3. Using gloves and forceps, remove the protective paper.
4. Place the dressing on the wound in a single layer, in direct contact with the wound surface.
5. Apply an absorbent secondary dressing, if necessary, and secure with a self-adherent bandage (e.g. Easifix) or plaster (e.g. Hypafix).
6. Bactigras can be left in place (in its designated location) when the secondary dressing is changed. The frequency of dressing changes depends on the clinical condition of the wound and varies from once a day to twice a week.
7. If the dressing adheres to the wound, lightly saturate it with sterile solution.

Warnings

Bactigras should not be used on more than 10% of the total body surface area. It should also not be used in cases of sensitivity or allergy to chlorhexidine.

Avoid contact with eyes, middle ear, meninges, and brain. Bactigras is not compatible with soaps or other anionic substances (e.g., some skin cleansers), as well as potassium iodide.

Avoid using Bactigras with oxidizing substances (e.g., Eusol, hydrogen peroxide, and iodine solution). Do not use if the package is open or damaged.

Storage

Store horizontally in a dry place (<25°C).

Format

Packs containing 10 gauze pads, 10x10 cm.