Hydromed

Description

Why Choose Hydromed?
Moist Healing Environment: Maintains the wound’s natural moisture, accelerating granulation tissue formation and preventing the formation of hard, dry scabs that delay healing.
Autolytic Debridement: The dressing helps the body naturally and painlessly shed necrotic tissue and slough, as the gel formed softens these tissues.
Protective Barrier: The outer layer is water-resistant and bacteria-proof, protecting the wound from external contamination (urine, feces, germs) and allowing the patient to shower without changing the dressing.
Visual Change Indicator: As the dressing absorbs exudate, it changes color and swells (a white bubble appears), providing a clear indication of when it needs changing without having to uncover the wound daily.
Key Specifications
Product Name: Hydromed.
Type: Hydrocolloid Dressing.
Material: Flexible polymer matrix containing hydrophilic particles (CMC).
Adhesion: Self-adhesive (requires no extra tape).
Sterilization: Gamma Irradiated.
Thickness: Typically available in various thicknesses (Standard and Thin) for protection or flexibility.
Indications
Hydromed is used for wounds with light to moderate exudate, such as:
Pressure Ulcers: (Stage I and II) for prevention and treatment.
Leg Ulcers: (Venous and Arterial) in the final healing stages.
Minor Burns: First and superficial second-degree burns.
Skin Donor Sites.
Abrasions and Grazes: To reduce pain and prevent inflammation.

How to Use:

(For Professionals & Caregivers)
Warning: Do not use on heavily infected wounds (with lots of pus) or very deep wounds (exposing muscle/bone) without medical consultation.
Preparation: Wash the wound with saline and dry the surrounding skin completely (the dressing will not stick to wet skin).
Warming: It is recommended to warm the dressing between your hands for a minute before opening to increase pliability and adhesion.
Application: Peel off the release liner and apply Hydromed to the center of the wound, ensuring it overlaps the wound edges by 2-3 cm.
Secure: Smooth down the edges with your hand to ensure a tight seal.
Change: It can remain in place for several days (3-7 days). Change it when the white bubble (formed gel) reaches the edges of the dressing.