Biatain® Alginate Ag

Recommended for cavity filling in infected wounds. The design and structural integrity of the dressing allow you to cut the dressing to fit any size, shape and depth of wound.

Features

Biatain® Alginate Ag contains a silver complex with a broad antimicrobial profile. This patented dressing provides a sustained antibacterial effect throughout the entire wear period (up to 7 days).

High Dressing Integrity

The high integrity of the dressing makes it possible to remove it in one piece with minimal pain and trauma.

Maceration Risk Minimized

The absorption and gel formation of Biatain® Alginate Ag prevents leakage that could cause maceration of the periwound skin.

Documented Hemostatic Effect

Unlike hydrofiber dressings, Biatain® Alginate Ag has a documented hemostatic effect, i.e. the ability to stop blood flow in minor bleeding.

Mechanism of Action

On contact with wound exudate, Biatain® Alginate Ag transforms into a soft, cohesive gel that conforms closely to the wound bed for infection control. The silver complex releases ions in the presence of wound exudate.

Product Composition

Biatain® Alginate Ag is an alginate dressing composed of alginate, carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and an ionic silver complex.

Use

Biatain® Alginate Ag may be used on moderately to heavily exuding partial to full thickness wounds. It may be used on wounds at risk of infection or infected wounds. It is indicated under compression bandages or for leg ulcers, pressure sores, diabetic foot ulcers, donor sites, traumatic wounds and second degree burns. It should not be used on dry or lightly exuding wounds or to control heavy bleeding.