SILVER ALGINATE WOUND DRESSING
ALGIDEX Ag
Unique combination of silver, alginate and maltodextrin
Provides immediate and sustained antimicrobial activity
against a broad spectrum of wound pathogens for up to
seven days
Does NOT require activation
Available as thin sheet, paste or with integrated foam
backing
SILVER ALGINATE WOUND DRESSING
ALGIDEX Ag
INDICATIONS FEATURES & BENEFITS
Algidex Ag is the ideal wound dressing for the management of wet, Technology breakthrough that encompasses cost advantages
moist or dry wounds including: Provides immediate and sustained antimicrobial activity against a
broad spectrum of wound pathogens including methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Staphylococcus aureus,
Venous ulcers
Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. Coli
Pressure ulcers (Stages I - IV)
A unique combination of silver, alginate and maltodextrin
Dermal lesions (or secreting skin injuries)
Silver is completely and evenly distributed in the ionic state
Second degree burns
Does NOT require the use of sterile water to activate antimicrobial
Donor sites action
Antimicrobial activity for up to seven days
PRECAUTIONS Inhibits bacterial cell division which eliminates the development of
resistance
When visible signs of infection are present in the wound, Algidex Ag
Designed to create the optimal moist environment vital to promote
may only be used when proper systemic medical treatment addresses wound healing
the cause of the infection.
Excellent exudate management, helping reduce the risk of peri-
wound maceration
Available with integrated foam backing for increased absorption
CONTRAINDICATIONS and comfort
Paste or thin sheets are ideal for deep or large surface area
Algidex Ag should not be used for the treatment of the following:
wounds
Third degree burns Flexible wear-time based on secondary dressing used to secure
Algidex Thin Sheet and Paste
Ulcers resulting from infections
Easy application and removal
Lesions associated with active vasculitis
Will not adhere to wound upon removal
Patients with known sensitivity to alginates
Non-staining
Non-irritating, latex free
CLINICAL CASE STUDY
Photographic case studies courtesy of Joseph F. Smiddy, M.D., Director of
Holston Valley Regional Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine.
A 56-year old female venous stasis ulcer Two weeks following use of Algidex Ag and After four weeks of treatment with Algidex
measuring 6.0 cm x 3.0 cm x 0.3 cm. compression, the wound measures 4.0 cm Ag and compression, the wound measures
Moderate wound drainage. Previous wound x 3.0 cm x 0.2 cm with continued 1.5 cm x 1.8 cm x 0.1 cm. The peri-wound
treatment using absorbent dressings and moderated drainage. No signs of infection. skin is intact, healthy and well-hydrated.
multi-layered compression. Peri-wound skin integrity significantly
improved.
OCTOBER 1, 2003 OCTOBER 15, 2003 OCTOBER 29, 2003
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
ALGIDEX Ag
ALGIDEX Ag FOAM ALGIDEX Ag FOAM APPLICATION REMOVAL OF ALGIDEX Ag FOAM
1. Thoroughly cleanse wound with normal 1. Remove retention dressing, if applicable.
saline.
2. Gently lift Algidex Ag from the wound. If dressing
2. Apply Algidex Ag with silver matrix touching adheres to wound, gently irrigate with saline to help
the wound. loosen dressing.
3. Secure dressing in place with retention 3. Discard according to institutional policy.
dressing such as gauze, transparent film or
tape. 4. Once dressing is removed, thoroughly cleanse wound
with normal saline to remove any residue or debris from
the wound.
4. Algidex Ag is antimicrobial for up to seven
days and may be worn until dressing has
reached saturation.
ALGIDEX Ag THIN SHEET ALGIDEX Ag THIN SHEET APPLICATION REMOVAL OF ALGIDEX Ag THIN SHEET & PASTE
1. Thoroughly cleanse wound with normal 1. Remove secondary dressing.
saline.
2. Gently irrigate wound with saline to help loosen
2. Remove backing from Algidex Ag Thin Sheet. Algidex Ag.
3. Place Algidex Ag Thin Sheet over shallow 3. Continue to thoroughly cleanse wound to remove
wounds or pack into deep wounds. wound drainage or any residue left from Algidex Ag.
4. Cover with appropriate secondary dressing
such as gauze, hydrocolloid, foam or film Product # Size Qty/Bx Qty/Cs
based on wound drainage. 46-AG22 2 X 2 Foam Back 5 50
46-AG44 4 X 4 Foam Back 5 50
5. Algidex Ag Thin Sheet is antimicrobial for up 46-AG66 6 X 6 Foam Back 5 25
to seven days and may be worn until
46-AG88 8 X 8 Foam Back 5 25
secondary dressing requires changing.
46-TF22 2 X 2 Thin Sheet 5 50
ALGIDEX Ag PASTE ALGIDEX Ag PASTE APPLICATION 46-TF44 4 X 4 Thin Sheet 5 50
46-TF48 4 X 8 Thin Sheet 5 50
1. Thoroughly cleanse wound with normal
saline. 46-TF66 6 X 6 Thin Sheet 5 25
46-TF88 8 X 8 Thin Sheet 5 25
2. Apply 1/4 thickness of paste to shallow 46-TF816 8 X 16 Thin Sheet 5 25
wounds or completely fill deep wounds. 46-TF16 16 X 16 Thin Sheet 5 25
46-P10 10cc Tube Paste 10 30
3. Cover with appropriate secondary dressing
such as gauze, hydrocolloid, foam or film
based on wound drainage.
TO PLACE AN ORDER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION
PLEASE CALL: 800.251.9864
4. Algidex Ag Paste is antimicrobial for up to
seven days and may be worn until secondary 865.938.7828 (OUTSIDE USA)
800.543.2182 (FAX)
dressing requires changing.
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