Suprasorb® X + PHMB
Antimicrobial HydroBalance Wound Dressing
Suprasorb X + PHMB is an antimicrobial wound dressing that acts against a broad spectrum of pathogens, such as MRSA and VRE*. Very rapid and virtually complete release of polyhexanide (PHMB) from the dressing has been demonstrated in vitro within 24 hours.
Depending on the wound status, Suprasorb X + PHMB either donates moisture to the wound or absorbs excess exudate. This creates a moist environment perceived by patients as pleasant and pain-relieving.
The material used in Suprasorb X + PHMB allows it to conform readily to any type or depth of wound, making it particularly suitable for awkward parts of the body.
* Pathogen spectrum detected in vitro, see Instructions for Use
Product composition
water, cellulose, 0.3 % polyhexamethylene biguanide (PHMB/polihexanide)Versions
dressing
rope
Fields of application
For the treatment of superficial or deep wounds with slight to moderate amounts of exudate that are infected or at risk of infection.
- Can be used for all types of wound bed tissue (necrotic, sloughy, granulation, epithelium).
Intended purpose
Antimicrobial HydroBalance bio-cellulose wound dressings / packing rope aid wound healing by donating moisture and absorbing exudate from lightly to moderately exuding superficial or deep, infected wounds or wounds at risk of infection, inhibiting microbial activity.
Indications
- arterial and venous ulcers
- diabetic ulcers
- pressure ulcers
- superficial 2nd degree burns
- postoperative surgical wounds
- skin grafts
- skin graft donor sites
- abrasions, lacerations
Properties
- Cooling effect: rapid, long-lasting pain reduction
- HydroBalance effect: Independent regulation of moisture (donation and absorption)
- Washing effect: moistens and removes dead epithelial cells
- high wearing comfort due to the soft, supple material structure
- especially suitable for areas of the body which are difficult to dress
- the moist environment with a cooling effect is perceived by patients as pleasant and pain-relieving
- antimicrobial action against a broad spectrum of pathogens, such as MRSA and VRE*)
- antimicrobial activity against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, fungi and biofilm
*) Pathogen spectrum detected in vitro, see first column of the Instructions for Use
To note
- When treating infected wounds, the wound dressing should not be the only therapeutic measure used, but rather should be supplemented by drug therapy at the discretion of the treating doctor in accordance with local clinical protocols.
Please contact a doctor or nurse if any of the following symptoms should occur:
- change in colour and/or odour of the wound
- stagnant wound healing
- clinical signs of infection
Advice
- Should the dressing dry out, there must be adequate rehydration, with an application time of at least 10 minutes before removal.