Journal of Woundcare Handbook

The professional's guide to wound product selection

Algisite M

Smith+Nephew

Description

Calcium alginate dressing consisting of a thick highly absorbent pad of non-woven alginate fibres

Indications

Full- and partial-thickness wounds with moderate to heavy exudate levels, which may also be prone to minor bleeding

Contraindications

Do not use on patients with a known allergy to alginate dressings. For details of precautions please contact supplier.

Price

5×5cm, £1.01; 10×10cm, £2.09; 15×20cm, £5.61; 2×30cm (rope), £3.79

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