Quick Overview
Melolin consists of a highly absorbent cotton and acrylic fibre pad which is heat bonded on one side to a very thin perforated polyester film. The film side of the dressing is placed next to the wound.
Maximum Wear Time
3 Day/ 7 days
Exudate Management
Scant to moderate
Application Orientation
Shiny side down
Alternatives
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Product Information
HMIF / Ordering Code
750519
Categories
Brand
Specifications
Width: 10cm | Length: 10cm | Units Per Pack: 1 | RRP (AUD): $.29
Uses
- Grazes or where there is a scant exudate from the wound
- Cuts
- Stitches
Positives
- Can reduce the adhesion of the wound bed to the dressing
Limitations
- Can stick to the wound bed when exudate dries and crusts into the dressing
Precautions
If the exudate that has been absorbed dries out it can adhered to the wound if the dressing is used on an open wound without a primary dressing eg. jelonet or inadine.
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