The Granuflex Border dressings have a combination of unique hydrocolloid formula with an adhesive foam border suitable to use on low to moderately exuding wounds in hard to dress areas. It is used for pressure ulcers of stage I to IV and minor abrasions and lacerations.
What is a Granuflex Border Dressing?
Granuflex Border dressing is a dressing that has hydrocolloid and moisture-retentive qualities that are used for partial and full-thickness wounds with exudate. The moist environment it creates around the wound helps it heal quicker. The hydrocolloid composition forms a cohesive gel when it comes in contact with the wound and therefore supports moist wound healing. This dressing aids in the cost-effective healing of wounds at home.
Benefits of Granuflex Border Dressings
- Supports a moist healing environment to the wound
- Provides a barrier against bacteria and viruses
- Keeps nerve ending moist that relieves discomfort and pain
- Easy to apply and remove formula
Where to use the Granuflex Border Dressings?
- Can be used on Chronic wounds like pressure ulcers (stage I to IV)
- Can also be used on acute wounds like traumatic wounds and minor abrasions
Where not to use Granuflex Border Dressings?
- In case of infection around the wound
- In case of the wound having any sort of ointment layer over it
Precautions to be taken while using Granuflex Border Dressings?
- Should be used under medical supervision
- Not to be used in case of an anaerobic infection
- Can result in hyper granulation and allergic reactions
- In case of excess exudate, choose a more absorbent dressing
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