Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

PolyMem (adhesive)

H&R Healthcare

Description

A hydrophilic polyurethane matrix with a mild, non-toxic wound cleanser, a soothing moisturiser, a superabsorbent and a semipermeable film backing with an adhesive border. Designed to facilitate healing, relieve pain and reduce inflammation. For all wound types, including painful wounds.

Indications

For dry to moderately exuding full- and partial-thickness painful wounds such as pressure ulcers (categories I–IV), leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, traumatic wounds, skin tears, surgical wounds, first- and second-degree burns, donor and graft sites, and radiotherapy-induced skin damage

Price

5×5cm, £0.57; 8.9×11.4cm, £2.39; 5×7.6cm (oval#3), £1.27; 8.8×12.7cm (oval#5), £2.26; 16.5×20.9cm (oval#8), £7.42; 18.4×20cm (sacral), £4.99

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