McKesson Calcium Alginate Wound Dressing - Sterile, Highly Absorbent Sheet for Moderate to Heavy Exudate

Advanced Calcium Alginate Wound Dressing for Superior Healing

The McKesson Calcium Alginate Dressing is a premium, sterile square sheet dressing engineered as a primary wound care solution specifically designed for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate levels. This advanced wound care product combines cutting-edge alginate technology with practical versatility, allowing healthcare professionals and caregivers to cut and customize the dressing to perfectly fit individual wound dimensions and contours.

Intelligent Moisture Management Technology

This highly absorbent, non-occlusive dressing actively absorbs wound fluid while simultaneously helping to maintain an optimal moist wound environment that is clinically proven to promote faster healing and tissue regeneration. The innovative seaweed-derived calcium alginate material undergoes a remarkable transformation when it comes into contact with wound exudate, converting into a soft, moist gel mass that gently conforms to the wound bed. This unique gelling action not only provides superior absorption but also helps to regenerate healthy skin tissue and significantly expedite the natural healing process.

Superior Absorption and Hemostatic Properties

Engineered to handle moderate to heavy amounts of wound drainage, this calcium alginate dressing excels at fluid management while potentially helping to control minor bleeding at the wound site. The high absorbency capacity reduces the frequency of dressing changes, improving patient comfort and reducing overall care costs. The dressing can also be used to fill wound cavities, providing comprehensive coverage and protection for complex wound geometries.

Optimal Gelling Profile for Easy Removal

The carefully formulated gelling profile ensures that the dressing avoids adhering or sticking to the delicate wound bed, which minimizes trauma and discomfort during dressing changes. The dressing maintains its physical integrity throughout the wear time, allowing for clean, one-piece removal from the wound site without leaving residual fibers or causing tissue disruption. This gentle removal process supports patient comfort and promotes uninterrupted healing.

Versatile Wound Conformability

The flexible sheet design naturally conforms to various wound sites and body contours, ensuring intimate contact with the wound bed for maximum therapeutic benefit. The dressing may be easily trimmed with sterile scissors to precisely match wound dimensions, eliminating waste and ensuring optimal coverage. This customization capability makes it ideal for wounds of varying shapes and sizes, from surgical sites to pressure ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers.

Clinical Indications and Applications

Specifically indicated for wounds with moderate to heavy exudate levels, this calcium alginate dressing is suitable for a wide range of wound types including pressure injuries, venous leg ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, donor sites, traumatic wounds, and surgical wounds. The hemostatic properties may help absorb and control minor bleeding, making it particularly useful in the immediate post-operative period or for wounds with capillary bleeding.

Important Usage Guidelines

This primary dressing requires a secondary dressing to hold the alginate securely in place and to protect the wound from outside contaminants and environmental exposure. Recommended secondary dressings should be selected based on the amount of exudate and the desired frequency of dressing changes. The dressing change frequency should be determined by a qualified healthcare professional based on wound assessment and exudate levels.

Safety and Quality Assurance

Each dressing is individually packaged and sterilized to ensure the highest standards of infection control and patient safety. The product is not made with natural rubber latex, making it safe for patients and caregivers with latex sensitivities or allergies. This is a single-use product - do not reuse to maintain sterility and prevent cross-contamination.

Key Product Features

• Highly absorbent calcium alginate material derived from natural seaweed
• Transforms into soft gel mass upon contact with wound exudate
• Helps maintain optimal moist wound healing environment
• May help control minor bleeding through hemostatic action
• Conforms naturally to wound contours and body surfaces
• Can be trimmed to fit precise wound dimensions
• Non-adherent gelling profile prevents trauma during removal
• Maintains physical integrity for one-piece removal
• Sterile, single-use sheet dressing
• Not made with natural rubber latex
• Non-occlusive design allows wound to breathe
• Suitable for moderate to heavy exuding wounds
• White calcium alginate material for easy visualization
• FSA/HSA eligible for convenient purchasing

Contraindications

Not recommended for patients with known hypersensitivity to calcium alginate or any components of this product. Always consult with a healthcare professional before use.