Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Kendall AMD Antimicrobial Foam Border

Mediq

Description

Absorbent, adhesive, polyurethane foam dressing impregnated with broad-spectrum antimicrobial (polyhexanide, 0.5%). Antimicrobial barrier is effective for up to 7 days.

Indications

Designed to protect and cushion moderately to heavily exuding wounds: post-surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, venous leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, donor sites, abrasions, lacerations, first- and second-degree burns, dermatological disorders, other wounds inflicted by trauma and as a secondary dressing or cover dressing for packed wounds. Also for exudate management of surgically induced body exit sites.

Contraindications

Can be used in conjunction with prescribed therapies for the treatment of infection. Not intended as a primary treatment for infection. Do not use as a primary treatment for third-degree burns. Do not use on patients with known sensitivity to polyhexanide.

Price

4.4×8.3cm; 8.9×8.9cm; 8.9×14cm; 14×14cm; 19×19cm, not on Drug Tariff

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