Allevyn Adhesive Dressing (1)

The Allevyn Adhesive is an absorbent hydrocellular foam dressing with an adhesive perforated wound-contact layer, for exuding wounds. Smith & Nephew describes its purpose as managing exudate while keeping a moist wound environment, and the adhesive layer holds it in place without separate tape. It suits wounds where you want absorbency and a secure dressing in one piece.

The foam pad draws in and holds fluid. Smith & Nephew builds the dressing as a hydrocellular foam pad held between an adhesive perforated wound-contact layer and a highly permeable outer film, so the pad absorbs and retains exudate while moisture vapour passes out through the film. The waterproof film helps keep out fluid and bacteria while the dressing remains intact (Smith & Nephew), and the conformable foam moulds to awkward areas. It is supplied single use, one dressing per pack.

Stocked in seven options, from 7.5cm x 7.5cm up to 22.5cm x 22.5cm, plus small and large sacrum shapes for the lower back. FAD stocks competing foam dressings such as Mepilex and Biatain on the same shelf, so the choice can be made on the wound rather than the brand, with phone advice on 03 5443 2239 from people who handle the range. For matching a dressing to the wound, see our beginner's guide to wound dressings, or browse the full foam dressings range.

Features

• Absorbent hydrocellular foam pad for exuding wounds
• Adhesive perforated wound-contact layer holds the dressing without separate tape
• Waterproof, highly permeable film that helps keep out fluid and bacteria while intact (Smith & Nephew)
• Conformable foam that moulds to awkward sites
• Single use, one dressing supplied per pack
• Seven sizes including small and large sacrum shapes

Always read the instructions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.

Dispatched Australia wide from our Sydney fulfilment centre, with walk-in collection at our East Bendigo warehouse.