Mepitel One 9cm x 10cm x5

Mepitel One

Wound contact layer with Safetac technology.

Features

Safetac Layer

• Reduces trauma and pain before, during and after dressing changes
• Does not adhere to the moist wound bed
• Seals the wound margin for reduced risk of maceration

Polyurethane Net

• Open mesh allows exudate to pass through to the secondary dressing
• Good visibility of the wound due to the dressings high transparency

Benefits

• Can remain in place for up to 14 days
• Enables fewer dressing changes
• Does not leave a residue or dry out
• Conforms to the contours of the body for good patient comfort
• Low risk of skin irritation or allergies
• Can be cut to size
• Can be used under compression bandages

Indications

Mepitel One is designed for a range of wounds such as:

• Painful wounds
• Skin abrasions and tears
• Surgical incisions
• Blistering
• Lacerations
• Partial thickness burns
• Traumatic wounds
• Partial and full thickness grafts
• Leg and foot ulcers

It can also be used on non-exuding wounds and fragile skin as a protective layer.

Contraindications

• The wound should be inspected for signs of infection according to clinical practice. Consult a healthcare professional for the appropriate medical treatment.
• If Mepitel One is used on Epidermolysis Bullosa patients, employ extra surveillance at dressing changes. Adhesion level of Mepitel One is somewhat higher than of Mepitel.
• When used on bleeding wounds or wounds with high viscosity exudate, Mepitel One should be covered with a moist absorbent dressing pad.
• When Mepitel One is used for the fixation of skin grafts, the dressing should not be changed before the fifth day post application.