Melgisorb Ag is indicated for the management of moderate to heavily exuding partial to full thickness wounds such as:
post-operative surgical wounds
trauma wounds (dermal lesions, trauma injuries or incisions)
leg ulcers
pressures ulcers
diabetic ulcers
graft and donor sites
partial thickness burns
This product can also be used under compression bandages. As the product contains alginate, it may assist in supporting the control of minor bleeding in superficial wounds. Melgisorb Ag may be used in the management of infected wounds or wounds in which there is an increased risk of infection under the medical supervision of a healthcare professional. Melgisorb Ag is indicated for external use only.
Precautions
The dressing may adhere if used on dry or very lightly exuding wounds. If the dressing does adhere and is not easily removed, moisten with sterile saline solution prior to removal.
The dressing performance may be impaired by excess use of petroleum-based ointments.
Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements, e.g. electrocardiograms (ECG) and electroencephalograms (EEG).
The dressing must be removed prior to patients undergoing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) examinations.
In the event of clinical infection, topical silver does not replace the need for systemic therapy or other adequate infection treatment.
