Hydrofera Blue READY Foam Dressings protect wounds against infection by utilizing two organic pigments, methylene blue and gentian violet, and seals them in open-celled polyurethan foam (PU). This combination prevents the additional application of an antibiotic ointment, requires no additional hydration, and uses ethylene oxide to block out bacteria, fungi, and mold spores. A non-cytotoxic dressing that has broad-spectrum antibacterial properties that assist in managing moisture, creating an ideal healing environment.
Features
- Non-cytotoxic
- Latex-friendly
- Seven day wear time
- Non-allergenic and non-irritating
- Broad-spectrum antibacterial protection
- Natural negative pressure and natural autolytic debridement
- Maintains a moist wound environment without the need for hydration
- Rapid wicking and exudate retention – absorbs any fluids in seconds, including both water and exudate
- Active Ingredients: Methylene blue (less than or equal to 0.00035 g/g) and Gentian violet (less than or equal to 0.00035 g/g)
- No Film Backing – increases exudate management options by transferring exudate into a secondary dressing, preventing additional infection or adherance to the wound, which may cause further tissue damage
Uses
- Post-surgical incisions
- Pressure injuries
- Donor sites
- Venous stasis ulcers
- Arterial ulcers
- Diabetic ulcers
- Abrasions and lacerations
- Superficial burns
- Acute and chronic wounds
- Cavity wounds
- Dehisced wounds
- Dry skin conditions
- Granulating/epithelializing wounds
- Infected and sloughy wounds
- Moderate/highly exudating wounds
- Non/minimally exudating wounds
- Palliative wounds
How to Use Hydrofera Blue READY Antibacterial Foam Dressing
- Cleanse the wound in accordance with established procedures. Carefully dry the periwound tissue.
- Select the appropriate dressing size to ensure the dressing will cover the entire wound. The dressing may be cut in order to optimize placement over wounds on heels, elbows, etc.
- Apply the dull side down and the shiny side facing up. The material should then be secured with a bandage, tape, or compression wrap.
Removal
- Hydrofera Blue READY can be left in place for up to 7 days, depending on the exudate and clinical contditions of the wound. The dressing should be changed if it turns white.
Contraindications
- The dressings are not indicated for third-degree burns.
- The dressings should not be used on individuals who are sensitive to or who have had an allergic reaction to the dressing or one of its components.
- Do not reuse dressing
Hydrofera Blue READY Foam Dressings
Maintains a moist wound environment without the need for hydration and has a wear time of up to seven days, requiring fewer dressing changes.
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Wound characteristics
- Shallow wounds
- No hydration required
- Moderate to heavy exudate
- Acute or Chronic Wounds
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Clinical benefits
- Manages bioburden
- Safe, Non-cytotoxic
- Kills bacteria in the dressing
- Up to 7-day wear time
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