Film Dressings are transparent and generally made from a thin polymer membrane coated with an adhesive on one side.They are impermeable to fluids and bacteria but allow the wound to 'breathe' as they are permeable to water vapour and air. The dressings are designed to protect the wound from damage and act as a barrier against infection. Being transparent, allows clinicians to observe the wound without removing the dressing.Film dressings are suitable for use on wounds with little or no exudate, minor burns, cuts and grazes.
Not suitable for use on moderate or heavily exuding wounds.
The Opsite® range brings you a range of waterproof dressings with a transparent film for observing the wound site from outside. There are three types of Opsite dressings; Opsite Flexigrid, Opsite Plus, and Opsite Post-Op. Opsite Flexigrid features an acrylic adhesive film with a measurement grid, which perfectly conforms to awkward body parts while allowing freedom of movement. This vapor permeable dressing evaporates the excess exudates. The Opsite Plus and Opsite Post-Op have a waterproof adhesive film with an absorbent pad. Both these adhesive transparent dressings act as a barrier against bacteria and decrease the risk of maceration. These uniquely designed low-allergy dressings are convenient to use. All these dressings are easy to wear and remove. They are available in multiple sizes.
