Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

FoamLite Convatec

FoamLite Convatec

Convatec

Description

A thin, conformable, laminated polyurethane layered foam dressing. Consists of a waterproof outer polyurethane film, an absorbent foam pad and a perforated gentle silicone adhesive.

Indications

For the management of acute and chronic low or non-exuding wounds including leg ulcers, pressure ulcers and diabetic ulcers; surgical wounds (e.g. postoperative wounds left to heal by secondary intention and donor sites); partial-thickness (second degree) burns; traumatic wounds (e.g. abrasions, lacerations, blisters, minor cuts and skin tears).

Contraindications

Do not use on individuals who are sensitive to or who have had an allergic reaction to the dressing or its components. The dressing is not compatible with oil-based products or emollients such as petrolatum. Do not use in combination with oxidising agents such as hydrogen peroxide or hypochlorite solutions.

Price

5×5cm, £0.79; 8×8cm, £1.23; 10×10cm, £1.68; 15×15cm, £3.75; 5.5×12cm, £1.67; 10×20cm, £2.17

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