The PolyMem MAX Silver Non-Adhesive Foam Dressing is specifically engineered for wounds that require enhanced antimicrobial action and superior absorption. Featuring a thicker hydrophilic polyurethane foam matrix and continuous ionic silver release, this dressing helps reduce bioburden, manage heavy exudate, and maintain an ideal moist healing environment. Its non-adhesive design allows caregivers to cut the dressing to size and secure it with tape or a secondary dressing, ensuring comfort and atraumatic removal.

Features & Benefits

• Contains small-particle silver to help protect the wound from microbes.
• Releases silver ions consistently from a continuous silver reservoir.
• Reduces bioburden within the dressing without staining the skin.
• A thicker configuration helps manage heavier drainage.
• High MVTR film backing assists with moisture management while blocking external contaminants.
• The dressing absorbs up to 10 times its weight in exudate.
• Longer wear time reduces the frequency of dressing changes.
• Maintains a moist wound environment to support healthy tissue formation.
• Dressing gently expands to fill and conform to the wound.
• The built-in mild, non-toxic cleansing agent actively loosens debris and decreases the need for wound bed cleansing at each change.
• Glycerol prevents the dressing from adhering to the wound, protecting viable tissue and improving patient comfort.
• Non-adhesive construction supports atraumatic removal.
• Helps reduce wound pain, bruising, inflammation, and edema.
• Can be used as a primary or secondary dressing depending on clinical need.

How PolyMem MAX Silver Dressings Work

• The super-absorbent hydrophilic foam draws in exudate and debris and forms a gel-like consistency.
• The semi-permeable continuous film backing locks in fluid while allowing vapor transfer.
• Moisture triggers the controlled release of silver ions for antimicrobial action.
• Glycerol softens necrotic tissue, controls odor, and prevents the dressing from sticking to the wound bed.
• Continuous gentle cleansing reduces the need for manual wound bed cleaning at each dressing change.

How to Apply

1. Cleanse the wound as instructed by a healthcare professional.
2. Cut the Polymem Max Silver dressing to fit the wound shape if needed.
3. Place the dressing directly against the wound bed with the film side facing outward.
4. Secure with tape or an appropriate secondary dressing.
5. Change the dressing based on wound condition and clinical guidelines; longer wear time is typical due to high absorbency.

Indications for Use

• Wounds requiring antimicrobial silver protection.
• Moderate to heavily draining wounds.
• Situations where caregivers prefer to cut the dressing to size and secure it with tape.
• Appropriate as:
  • A primary dressing
  • A combined primary/secondary dressing
  • A secondary dressing

Contraindications

• This product should not be used when there is a known allergy to silver.

Warnings

• Dressing continuously cleanses the wound; additional aggressive cleaning at each change may not be necessary.
• Monitor the wound regularly, particularly when managing heavy exudate.
• Use under the guidance of a wound care professional for complex or infected wounds.

Storage

• Store flat in a cool, dry place.
• Keep packaging intact until use.
• Avoid exposure to moisture before application.

Use & Application Overview

• Primary Dressing: Applied directly to the wound bed for cleansing, absorbing, moistening, and antimicrobial action.
• Secondary Dressing: Can be layered beneath a cover dressing for added protection and moisture management.
• Cut-to-Fit: Easily trimmed for irregular wound shapes without compromising functionality.
• Atraumatic Removal: Gel-forming action and glycerol reduce pain and help protect healthy tissue during dressing changes.