Biatain® Alginate Ag is a highly absorbent silver alginate dressing for moderately to heavily exuding infected wounds of many sizes, shapes and depths
Recommended for cavity
filling for infected wounds
The design and structural integrity of the dressing allow you to cut the
dressing to fit wounds of many sizes, shapes and depths.
Patented wound dressing containing a silver complex with a broad antimicrobial profile
Biatain® Alginate Ag provides continuous antibacterial effect during the entire wear time (up to 7 days) (2).
High dressing integrity
The high dressing integrity allows for one-piece removal with minimal pain and
trauma (1).
Minimised risk of leakage
and maceration
The absorption of Biatain® Alginate Ag (1) and the gel formation which locks
exudate inside the dressing, preventing leakage that can cause maceration of
the periwound skin.
Documented haemostatic
effect
Contrary to hydrofibre dressings, Biatain® Alginate Ag has documented
haemostatic effect, i.e. ability to arrest blood flow in minor bleedings (4,5).
Mode of action
On contact with wound exudate Biatain® Alginate Ag converts to 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 consisting of alginate,
carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and an ionic silver complex.
Usage
Biatain® Alginate Ag can be used on all moderate to heavily exuding partial to
full thickness wounds. Biatain® Alginate Ag may be used on infected wounds or
wounds at risk of infection. Biatain® Alginate Ag can be used under compression
bandages. Biatain® Alginate Ag should not be used on dry or lightly exuding wounds
or to control heavy bleeding. Biatain® Alginate Ag is indicated for leg ulcers,
pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, donor sites, traumatic wounds, and
second degree burns.