Smith and Nephew Iodoflex Pads, 5g

Smith and Nephew Iodoflex Pads are advanced wound care dressings designed to manage and promote healing in chronic and infected wounds. Each 5g pad is formulated with cadexomer iodine, which provides dual-action antimicrobial and desloughing properties, making it an excellent choice for a variety of wound types.

Key Features:

• Dual-Action Formula: Combines antimicrobial and desloughing properties to remove barriers to healing by absorbing exudate, pus, and debris while releasing iodine to kill bacteria.
• Sustained Release: Provides a steady release of iodine over up to 72 hours, ensuring prolonged antimicrobial action.
• High Absorption: Capable of absorbing up to six times its weight in fluid, making it effective for moderate to highly exudating wounds.
• Non-Adherent: The non-adhesive design minimizes trauma to the wound and surrounding skin during dressing changes, encouraging patient compliance and comfort.
• Color Change Indicator: The pad changes color from brown to yellow/gray, indicating when it needs to be changed, typically every 2 to 3 days.

Specifications:

• Product Type: Antimicrobial wound dressing
• Size: 5g, 1-1/2" x 2-3/8" (4cm x 6cm)
• Packaging: Available in packs of 5
• Indications: Suitable for venous stasis ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, infected traumatic and surgical wounds

Benefits:

• Promotes Healing: Removes exudate and debris, creating a clean wound environment that supports faster healing.
• Effective Infection Control: The sustained release of iodine provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, reducing infection risk.
• Comfortable to Use: Non-adherent design reduces pain and trauma during dressing changes, enhancing patient comfort.

The Smith and Nephew Iodoflex Pads are an essential addition to any wound care regimen, offering effective management of chronic and infected wounds.