Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Flaminal Forte

Flen Health

Description

Enzyme Alginogel containing two antimicrobial enzymes, glucose oxidase and lactoperoxidase, which provide antimicrobial protection without damaging healthy skin cells and reduce bacteria released from a biofilm. Debrides the wound and manages moisture balance. Can be used on a wide range of wound types and at every stage of healing.

Indications

Moderately to heavily exuding acute and chronic wounds

Contraindications

Should not be used where patients have a previous sensitivity reaction to alginate dressings or to polyethylene glycol

Price

15g tube (approximate coverage 40cm), £8.37; 50g tube (approximate coverage 130cm), £27.70

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