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Algisite M Calcium Alginate Dressing

Alginates Smith+Nephew

Algisite M Calcium Alginate Dressing

Consists of a thick, highly absorbent pad of non-woven alginate fibres. The bonding process minimises fibre shed and enhances physical strength of the dressing in the wound.

Indications

To treat pressure ulcers and venous leg ulcers, with moderate to heavy exudate. To facilitate the control of minor bleeding.

Contraindications

Sensitivity to alginate dressings

Price

5×5cm, £1.02
10×10cm, £2.12
15×20cm, £5.69
2×30cm (rope), £3.84

Alginates

ActivHeal Alginate

Advanced Medical Solutions

ActivHeal Alginate

Soft, conformable, highly a bsorbent calcium sodium alginate dressing. Available in a felt or a rope.

Algivon

Advancis Medical

Algivon

Alginate dressing impregnated with 100% manuka honey

Algivon Plus

Advancis Medical

Algivon Plus

Reinforced alginate dressing impregnated with 100% manuka honey

Silvercel

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Silvercel

Silver alginate dressing containing a non-adherent layer that releases silver ions into wound fluid while also protecting the wound bed

Silvercel Non-Adherent

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Silvercel Non-Adherent

Silver alginate dressing with unique non-adherent layer that allows release of silver ions into the wound fluid while also protecting the wound bed

Tegaderm Alginate

Solventum (KCI Medical)

Tegaderm Alginate

Helps to maintain a moist wound healing environment in medium to heavily exuding wounds. The dressing is highly conformable, soft, absorbent, sterile, primary wound dressing. In reaction with wound exudate, it forms a gelatinous mass which maintains a moist healing environment. The high-integrity design helps to provide structure to the dressing upon removal.