Mepilex Lite Foam Dressing 10cm x 10cm (4″x4″) 5/box

THIN, ABSORBENT FOAM DRESSINGWITH SAFETAC TECHNOLOGYMepilex Lite is a thin and highlyconformable foam dressing that absorbs exudate and maintains a moist woundenvironment. The Safetac layer seals around the wound edges, preventing theexudate from leaking onto the surrounding skin, thus minimizing the risk formaceration. The Safetac layer ensures atraumatic dressing changes. Mepilex Litecan be cut to suit various wound shapes and locations. Benefits of Mepilex Lite Minimizes pain and trauma at dressing changesStays in place allowing for”hands-free” to facilitate application of compression or retentionbandages Promotes patient comfort; thin and verycomfortable to wear Can be left in place during radiotherapy usingcommonly applied energy ranges and absorbed doses Well suited to be used under compressionbandages Can be cut to suit various wound shapes anddifficult-to-dress locations Can remain in place for several days dependingon the condition of the wound Can be lifted and adjusted without losing itsadherent properties Low potential for skin irritation and allergyAreas of use Mepilex Lite isdesigned for a wide range of exuding wounds such as leg and foot ulcers,pressure ulcers and traumatic wounds, e.g. skin tears and secondary healingwounds.Indications for Use: Foot ulcers Radiation skin reactions Leg ulcers Partial Thickness burns Epidermolysis Bullosa Pressure ulcersMepilex® Lite is intended forwounds with minimal to low exudate. Mepilex® Lite can also be used forprotection of compromised or fragile skin. Appropriate for use undercompression and in conjunction with hydrogels.Directions for Use: Gently cleanse the wound; dry surrounding skin. (Mepilex® Lite will not adhere to a moist surface.) Choose a dressing size that will allow the Mepilex® Lite dressing to overlap the wound area by 1 to 2 cm. Mepilex® Lite can be cut to size if required. Remove one side of the release film and apply Mepilex® Lite to side of wound. Do not stretch. Remove remaining release film and gently smooth in place. Border with Mepitac® tape to fixate in place or cover with a non-adhesive fixation product such as Tubifast® 2-Way Stretch or Tubigrip.