Bactigras Gauze 10X10cm 10 Pieces

Bactigras gauze

CE medical device.
Gauze soaked in paraffin with chlorhexidine acetate; sterile (gamma sterilized), single use. Packaged in a single peel-open pouch.
Bactigras should be used for topical use only.
It is indicated for a wide range of wounds where there is a risk of infection, or on wounds already infected wounds, in combination with a systemic antibiotic.
The range of wounds on which Bactigras can be treated be used includes:
- minor burns and scalds,
- lacerations, abrasions and wounds with loss of substance,
- areas of skin harvesting and grafting,
- limb ulcers lower.
Bactigras acts as a barrier between the wound and the secondary dressing, allowing exudate to pass into the absorbent secondary dressing.
The antiseptic Chlorhexidine acetate is slowly released from the dressing, providing effective durable against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.

Mode instructions for use
1) Clean the wound with the standard technique.
2) Select the correct size of the dressing and open the bag.
3) Using gloves and forceps, remove the protective paper.
4) Place the dressing on the wound in a single layer, in direct contact with the wound surface.
5) Apply an absorbent secondary dressing, if necessary, and secure with a self-adhering bandage (e.g. Easifix) or with a plaster (e.g. Hypafix).
6) Removal. Bactigras can be left in situ (in the appropriate location) when the secondary dressing is changed. The frequency of changing the dressing depends on the clinical condition of the wound and varies from once a day to twice a week.
7) If the dressing adheres to the wound, lightly soak it with sterile solution.

Components
Cotton gauze impregnated with white paraffin containing 0.5% chlorhexidine acetate.

Precautions for use< br />Bactigras should not be used on a surface area greater than 10% of the total body area.
It should also not be used in cases of skin sensitivity. or allergy to chlorhexidine.
Avoid contact with eyes, middle ear, meninges and brain.
Bactigras is not compatible with soaps or other anionic substances (e.g. some skin cleansers) as well as potassium iodide.
Avoid the use of Bactigras with oxidizing substances (e.g. Eusol, hydrogen peroxide and iodine solutions).
Do not use the contents if the packaging is opened or damaged.

Storage
Store horizontally in a dry place (< 25 °C).

Format
Packaging
Gauze 10x10 cm of 10 pieces.