Smith And Nephew Acticoat Barrier Dressing Features
- Nanocrystalline Silver Antimicrobial barrier: Provides an effective barrier to protect the wound site from invasive pathogens
- Broad spectrum antimicrobial activity: Acticoat is an effective barrier to over 150 pathogens which includes a broad-spectrum of gram-positive and negative bacteria and fungal wound pathogens. It is also an effective barrier to multiple strains of Antibiotic resistant Pseudomonas, Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Vancomycin resistant Enterococcus (VRE). ACTICOAT is a potent antimicrobial barrier dressing.
- Sustained release of silver for 3 days: The sustained release of silver ensures that this wound dressing remains effective for a up to 3 days.
- Fast acting: In-vitro data shows ACTICOAT rapidly kills bacteria in as little as 30 minutes – faster than other forms of silver.
- Easy to use: Easier and less painful to remove than SSD (silver sulphadiazine) making it a dressing of choice for both the patient and the carer.
- Prevents and reduces infection: Acticoat Silver dressing kills pathogenic organisms in wounds to reduce the risk of infection. It is also effective in the reduction of bacterial load in wounds.
- Can be used on extensive body surface area wounds: Acticoat is available in a wide range of sizes and can be cut to shape, enabling the chosen size of dressing to conform to the wound surface.
- Assists faster healing: Acticoat contributes to effective wound bed preparation which in turn assists faster healing.
- Low adherent: Dressing changes are less traumatic than traditional methods for both the patient and the carer.
What to buy with Smith & Nephew Silver Bandages For Burns?
- Smith & Nephew Dermal Wound Cleanser
- Smith & Nephew IV Prep Antiseptic Wipes
- Smith & Nephew Skin Adhesive Remover
How to use Acticoat Antimicrobial Barrier Dressing?
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