Mepilex Border Ag

Mepilex Border Ag should be used by or under the supervision of a qualified health care professional.
Note that local hygiene procedures should be followed prior to and following the dressing change.
1. Cleanse the wound with saline solution or water according to standard clinical practice.
2. Dry the surrounding skin thoroughly.
3. Select appropriate dressing size. For best clinical outcomes, ensure that the absorbent pad covers the wound bed and overlaps the wound edges.
4. Remove the release films and apply the adherent side to the wound. Do not stretch.
Each Mepilex Border Ag dressing may be left in place for up to 7 days depending on the patient, condition of the wound and surrounding skin, or as indicated by accepted clinical practice.
Initially it might be necessary to change Mepilex Border Ag more frequently. This is due to a change in treatment regime, which can often result in an initial increase in exudation.
Mepilex Border Ag is intended for short-term use up to 4 weeks. For continued use, a re-assessment by a physician is recommended. In case of clinical infection Mepilex Border Ag does not replace the need for systemic or other adequate infection treatment.
The interaction of Mepilex Border Ag together with cleansing agents, oxidising agents such as hypochlorite solutions/hydrogen peroxide and topical treatments has not been demonstrated.
Prior to commencing radiation therapy, remove Mepilex Border Ag if product is present in the treatment area. A new dressing can be applied following treatment. Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements, e.g. electrocardiograms
(ECG) and electroencephalograms (EEG).

Precautions

Mepilex Border Ag should be stored in dry conditions below 25°C/77°F and protected from direct sunlight.
Disposal should be handled according to local environmental procedures.