Systagenix Silvercel Non Adherent Antimicrobial Alginate Dressing

How To Use Silvercel Alginate Dressing?

Directions for Use:
Site Preparation

• Debride when necessary and irrigate the wound site in accordance withstandard protocols.
• Remove excess solution from surrounding skin











 
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Dressing Selection:

• Select a size of Silvercel Non-Adherent Dressing that is slightly larger than the wound.

Dressing Application:

• Cut or fold the dressing to fit the wound. 
• Loosely pack deep wounds ensuring the dressing does not overlap the wound margins. 
• For heavily exuding wounds, apply to wound bed directly. For wounds with minimal exudate, apply to saline moistened wound bed. Cover and secure Silvercel Alginate Dressing with a non-occlusive secondary dressing.

Dressing Change and Removal:

• Dressing change frequency will depend on wound condition and the level of exudate. Initially it may be necessary to change the dressing every 24 hours. 
• Reapply Silvercel Non- adherent dressing when the secondary dressing has reached its absorbent capacity or whenever good wound care practice dictates that the dressing should be changed. 
• Gently remove the secondary dressing. 
• Gently remove the dressing from the wound bed and discard. If the wound appears dry, saturate the dressing with sterile saline solution prior to removal. 
• Irrigate the wound site in accordance with standard protocols prior to application of a new dressing.

Storage:

• Store at ambient temperature (<25°C / 77°F).
   

Contraindications:
Silvercel Dressing is not indicated for use on the following:

• Third-degree burns
• Patients with a known sensitivity to alginates, ethylene methyl acrylate (EMA) or silver
• Surgical implantation 
• To control heavy bleeding.

Precautions:
As wound conditions improve and exudate levels decrease, it may be preferable to switch to a more appropriate dressing, or apply to saline moistened wound bed. The dressing performance may be impaired by excess use of petrolatum-based ointments.

• Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements, e.g. electrocardiograms (ECG) and electroencephalograms (EEG).  
• Do not use dressing on patients undergoing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).  
• Do not use dressing on pregnant or lactating women due to the absence of specific information. 
• Clinicians/Healthcare Professionals should be aware that there are very limited data on prolonged and repeated use of silver containing dressings, particularly in children and neonates.

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   Anita B. Verified Purchase

   Mar 24, 2022

   Can/do you have it in larger sizes?

   I have a lower leg extremity (both legs, knee to ankle) venous insufficient patient. Directed to me by a major hospital. Was hoping your product was wider to accommodate a larger surface. There was some positive area result but it was minimal in comparison to the size of the site. The product needs to have more options in sizes available.

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   Jerry A.

   Oct 15, 2020

   Im happy to be able

   Im happy to be able buy Silvercel because it enhances wound care.
   Im not happy to pay about 8 dollars for shipping an ounce via post office within Ct.

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   Question: What type of dressing should be applied over Silvercel Non-Adherent for a topical would,not deep, post surgery. I am allergic to all medical tapes but use a 4 X 4 gauze at the moment?

   Asked by Bev M. on Dec 2, 2019 Report
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     Answer: As we are not medically trained we cannot suggest you. Please consult with your doctor regarding this.

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   Question: How many dressings are in a package of: 900202
   
   Thx2" X 2

   Asked by Peter H. on Jun 26, 2017 Report
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     Answer: It comes in a pack of 10 dressing for $42.80.

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   Question: How many dressings are in a package of:&nbsp;<table class="table" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); width: 743px; border-color: rgb(241, 236, 236);"><tbody><tr><td class="xs-width-itemno" style="line-height: 1.42857;">900202<br><br>Thx</td><td class="xs-width-description" style="line-height: 1.42857;">2" X 2"<br><br></td></tr></tbody></table>

   Asked by Peter H. on Jun 26, 2017 Report
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     Answer: It comes in a pack of 10 dressing for $42.80.

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