Smith & Nephew Melolin Low Adherent High Absorbent Dressing

Smith & Nephew Melolin Low Adherent High Absorbent Dressing

Melolin consists of a highly absorbent cotton and acrylic fibre pad which is heat bonded on one side to a very thin perforated polyester film. The film side of the dressing is placed next to the wound.

Features:

Melolin consists of three layers:

1. Low adherent perforated film

2. Highly absorbent cotton/acrylic pad

3. Hydrophobic backing layer

Benefits Low adherent perforated film

Allows for rapid drainage of exudate, reducing trauma to healing tissue

• Cushions and Protects
• Comfortable and minimises pain on removal

Easy to cut to shape

Retains its integrity when cut

Delays time to strike through

• Significant improvement in terms of strike through, therefore requiring fewer dressing changes
• Available in Sterile or Bulk Format

• Change dressing daily or more often according to the condition of the wound
• Seek medical advice immediately for all serious wounds and burns, or if redness or discomfort occurs

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