Alginate Dressing

Calcium Alginate Dressing – Effective Treatment for Exuding and High Complexity Wounds

The calcium alginate dressing is a sterile medical device made from calcium alginate and carboxymethylcellulose, designed for the treatment of moderately and heavily exuding skin lesions. This dressing is ideal for treating pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, traumatic wounds and skin graft sites. Its unique formulation is capable of effectively absorbing exudate and transforming into a soft gel that promotes an optimal moist environment for wound healing.

Main Features of the Calcium Alginate Dressing

• Calcium Alginate and Carboxymethylcellulose: The calcium alginate dressing is primarily composed of calcium alginate, a natural substance derived from seaweed, and carboxymethylcellulose, a cellulose derivative. This combination promotes rapid absorption of exudates and transformation into a soft gel, which maintains a protected moist environment, ideal for tissue regeneration.
• Biocompatible Gel: Upon contact with wound exudate, the calcium alginate dressing transforms into a soft and biocompatible gel, which helps protect the wound from infections and facilitates healing. This gel promotes rapid healing without complications, minimizing the risk of scar formation.
• Easy and Residue-Free Removal: One of the distinctive features of the calcium alginate dressing is its ease of removal. Since the gel formed is completely biocompatible, it can be easily removed without leaving residues on the wound, avoiding damage to the healing tissues.
• Softness and Conformability: The dressing is designed to be soft and conformable, easily adapting to the shape of the wound. This allows for effective coverage, reducing the risk of irritation and providing high comfort to the patient.
• Optimal Moist Environment: One of the main therapeutic features of alginate is its ability to maintain an optimal moist environment for healing. A moist environment promotes faster healing, reduces pain, and accelerates tissue repair, minimizing crust formation.

Available Sizes

The calcium alginate dressing is available in pads and strips, with the following size:

• 5 x 5 cm – Pack of 10 pieces: These pads are ideal for small to medium-sized skin lesions, such as pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, and traumatic wounds.