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COMVITA APINATE DRESSING (PACK OF 3)
Our Price: USD 67.38
Stock Code : 2173506

A superior dressing which has all the attributes of the ideal wound dressing

Size: 3 x 10cm x 10cm dressings

ApiNateTM Dressings are comprised of UMF® Active Manuka Honey and Alginate Fibre. The dressings are absorbent, non-adherent, CE marked registered medical devices

The phytochemical (non-hydrogen peroxide) antibacterial activity of UMF® Active Manuka Honey has a broad spectrum of activity effective against several strains of bacteria. Impregnated into highly absorbent alginate fibre, a superior dressing is created which has all the attributes of the ideal wound dressing

Features

  • anti-inflammatory (honey)
  • moist wound healing environment (honey)
  • odour control (honey)
  • low adherence when changing dressings (honey)
  • osmotic action (honey)
  • antibacterial protection (honey)
  • debriding (honey)
  • wound tissue re growth (honey)
  • reduces scarring (honey)
  • absorbency (alginate)
  • honey stays on the wound (alginate)

ApiNate™ may be used on partial and full thickness wounds

Contraindications and Side Effects

  • Some stinging may occur on application. This is due to honey's acidity and will ease as the inflammation in the wound decreases. If pain persists, wash the honey off
  • ApiNate™ contains high levels of glucose. Although no instance of increased levels of sugar in the bloodstream has been reported, it is advisable to monitor the blood sugar levels of diabetic patients
  • Do not use if allergic to bee venom
  • Please seek advice from your healthcare professional prior to use

    Price includes Delivery (Courier in New Zealand, Airmail elsewhere) for orders over $50

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