Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Cutimed Protect Barrier Film

Cutimed Protect Barrier Film

Essity

Description

Liquid skin protectant. The barrier film protects skin from irritation due to adhesive products or bodily waste and fluids.

Indications

Supplied as a liquid and intended for use as a film-forming product. When applied to intact or irritated skin the product forms a durable, waterproof barrier that works as a protective shield between the skin and bodily waste, fluids, adhesive products and shearing forces. Designed to serve as a primary barrier against irritation from bodily fluids. Sterile and for single use.

Contraindications

Infected skin; use as the only skin covering in circumstances that require protection from bacterial contamination or penetration by dressing materials (e.g., catheter sites for intravenous therapy and full- or partial-thickness wounds)

Price

Foam applicator: 1ml (×5), £4.73; 3ml (×5), £7.63. Spray: 28ml, £5.62

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