Mepilex Ag 10x10cm pack of 5

Mepilex Ag is a sterile antimicrobial foam wound dressing designed to manage low to moderately exuding wounds. It combines a soft absorbent foam with silver technology (Ag) to reduce bacterial load and help prevent infection, while maintaining a moist healing environment.

🔹 Key Features

• Antimicrobial action (silver)
  Inactivates a wide range of wound pathogens (bacteria & fungi), often within ~30 minutes, with sustained effect up to several days.
• Safetac® soft silicone layer
  • Minimises pain and trauma during dressing changes
  • Prevents damage to wound and surrounding skin
• Absorbent foam structure
  • Absorbs exudate effectively
  • Maintains a moist wound environment to support healing
• Seals wound edges
  Reduces leakage and lowers risk of maceration of surrounding skin
• Flexible & conformable
  Easily adapts to body contours and can be cut to size if required

🔹 Indications (Uses)

Suitable for management of:

• Leg ulcers
• Foot ulcers
• Pressure ulcers
• Partial-thickness burns
• Other acute or chronic wounds with infection or risk of infection

🔹 Application & Wear Time

• Apply to a cleaned wound and dry surrounding skin
• Ensure dressing overlaps wound edges
• Can be secured with secondary fixation if needed
• May remain in place for up to 7 days, depending on wound condition

🔹 Benefits

• Reduced pain and anxiety during dressing changes
• Faster healing observed in burn care (clinical studies)
• Lower risk of infection and re-infection
• Cost-effective in wound management over time

🔹 Precautions

• Do not use if allergic/sensitive to silver or dressing components
• Avoid use during MRI, X-ray, or diathermy procedures
• Do not combine with oxidising agents (e.g., hydrogen peroxide)
• Intended for short-term use (typically up to 4 weeks) unless medically supervised

🔹 Product Specifications

• Size: 10 cm × 10 cm (4" × 4")
• Pack size: 5 dressings per box
• Type: Non-bordered antimicrobial foam dressing
• Sterility: Sterile, single-use
• Material: Polyurethane foam with silver + silicone contact layer