Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Kendall AMD Antimicrobial Plus Foam

Kendall AMD Antimicrobial Plus Foam

H&R Healthcare

Description

Highly absorbent, non-adherent, semi-occlusive, polyurethane foam impregnated with broad-spectrum antimicrobial (PHMB, 0.5%), with backsheet. Antimicrobial barrier is effective for up to 7 days.

Indications

Designed to protect and cushion moderately to heavily exuding wounds: post-surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, venous leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, donor sites, abrasions, lacerations, first- and second-degree burns, dermatological disorders and traumatic wounds. Can also be used as a secondary dressing or cover dressing for packed wounds. Also suitable for exudate management of surgically induced exit sites.

Contraindications

Can be used in conjunction with prescribed therapies for the treatment of infections. Not intended as a primary treatment for infection. Do not use as a primary treatment for full third-degree burns or on patients with known sensitivity to PHMB.

Sizes Available

8.8x7.5cm (fenestrated); 10x10cm

Price

£4.54 (fenestrated); £5.06

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