A non-adherent dressing which is suitable for mild to moderately exuding wounds. It enables the necrotic issues to be removed and helps in the wound healing. It allows the wound to be healed in a shorter span of time as it provides more stability
What is MediHoney Gel?
MediHoney is a gel sheet which is a wound and burn dressing which contains 20% sodium alginate and 80% medihoney. It promotes a moisture balanced environment which enables for an immediate healing. It also has an optional accessory applicator tip which helps to reach the gel to reach tougher areas. The MediHoney Gel comes in :
- MediHoney Dressings 5cm x 5cm Gel Sheet Pack Size 10
- MediHoney Dressings 10cm x 10cm Gel Sheet Pack Size 10
Benefits of MediHoney Gel
- Has high osmolarity which promotes autolytics debridement
- It works effectively with wounded healing
- Helps to lower overall wound pH
- It is non-toxic, natural, and is also safe to apply
- Promotes effective healing
- Maintains effectiveness even in the presence of wound fluid, blood and tissue
Where to use MediHoney Gel?
- It can be used in wounds ranging from mild to exuding such as diabetic food ulcers and leg ulcers
- Suitable tool for applying on first- and second- degree partial burns
- Effective on traumatic and surgical wounds
Where not to use MediHoney Gel?
- Should not be applicable to patients who are sensitive towards honey or sodium alginate
Precautions
- Some patients, while applying the gel may experience stinging. If the stinging does not stop and consists to persist, then the dressing should be removed and cleaned properly. This happens because of the high osmolarity. This can be easily handled using absorptive dressing
Wound Care is a leading online retailer of wound dressings and bandages. Visit the official website- wound-care.co.uk. for more information.