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The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

Purilon

Hydrogels Coloplast

Purilon

A clear and amorphous hydrogel for effective autolytic debridement of necrotic tissue. Should be used with a secondary dressing.

Indications

Primarily intended for treatment of necrotic and sloughy wounds, e.g. leg ulcers, pressure ulcers and non-infected diabetic foot ulcers. May also be used on first- and second-degree burns. Can be used throughout the healing process to provide a moist healing environment. For external use only.

Contraindications

Not recommended for use on wet wounds. Refer to full instructions for use.8g; 15g

Price

Size 1 (8g), £1.93
size 2 (15g), £2.52

Hydrogels

ActivHeal Hydrogel

Advanced Medical Solutions

ActivHeal Hydrogel

Contains 85% water and a collection of polymer chains that are water insoluble. Does not contain animal-derived ingredients.

GranuGEL

GranuGEL

Sterile gel composed of hydrocolloids in a clear, viscous vehicle. It provides a balance of fluid/moisture to the wound site, either by absorbing or donating fluid to the wound. Helps to promote natural autolysis.

KerraLite Cool

Solventum (KCI Medical)

KerraLite Cool

Pro-ionic hydrogel contact layer and fluid-repellent, polyurethane film outer layer. Available in non-adhesive and adhesive options.

Nu-Gel

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Nu-Gel

Clear amorphous hydrogel containing sodium alginate for better exudate control

Prontosan Wound Gel

Prontosan Wound Gel

Gel containing betaine (a gentle effective surfactant that penetrates, disturbs and removes biofilm and wound debris) and Polyhexanide (to help control bacterial levels on the wound)

Prontosan Wound Gel X

Prontosan Wound Gel X

Ready-to-use colourless viscous gel containing betaine (a gentle effective surfactant that penetrates, disturbs and removes biofilm and wound debris) and Polyhexanide (to help control bacterial levels on the wound)