Pharma-Jelly Net Silver Dressings
Pharma-Jelly Net Ag is a lipo-colloid non-adherent, antimicrobial wound contact layer. Composed of a polyester mesh, impregnated with super-absorbent powder and petrolatum and containing silver that renders the dressing antimicrobial against wide range of microorganisms including gram-negative bacteria such as Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa; gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, MRSA and VRA; and fungi such as Aspergillus niger and Penicillium nigricans.
Sizes Available
✚ 5cm x 5cm - Pack of 10 Pieces
✚ 10cm x 10cm - Pack of 10 Pieces
✚ 10cm x 20cm - Pack of 10 Pieces
Indiciations:
Pharmajelly Net Ag is indicated for management of non to low exuding wounds at the granulation and epithelization phase that are high risk of infection as:
✚ Burns, traumatic wounds, abrasions, post-operative wounds, leg ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, epidermolysis bullosa, skin grafts and donor sites.
Mechanism of Action of Silver
1. Damage to bacterial cell membrane, could lead to the leakage of cytoplasm from the cell, which would result in dehydrated and shrunked cells.
2. Silver atoms bind to thiol groups (-SH) in enzymes, and subsequently, cause the deactivation of enzymes.
3. Silver associates with DNA once they enter the cell, thus preventing bacterial cell replication.
Features
1. Broad spectrum and continuous antimicrobial protection: due to the presence of silver which inhibits growth of bacteria, yeast and fungi. Subsequently, it prevents colonization of bacteria on the dressing or at the wound site.
Pharmajelly Net Ag release of silver is highly controlled, they are rarely eluted out with wound exudates, that's why it may remain in place for several days, depending on wound condition.
2. Painless & atraumatic removal: Super-absorbent particles absorb exudate and turn to gel. This allows easy removal without pain or trauma. Soft paraffin also shows non-adherent effect which synergizes with super-absorbent powder action.
3. Optimum healing environment: Super-absorbent particles gel upon absorption of wound exudates. This provides moist environment which enhances wound healing.
Precautions / Contraindications;
✚ Pharmajelly Net Ag can adhere to latex surgical gloves - Moisten the gloves with saline or use sterile tweezers to facilitate handling of the dressing.
✚ In case of using Pharmajelly Net Ag in deep or fistula wounds, a section of the dressing should be left visible to enable easy removal.
✚ Do not use if sterile packaging is damaged.
✚ Cannot be re-sterilized.
✚ Do not use on patients that have a sensitivity to any of the product ingredients.
✚ Avoid contact with electrodes or conducting gels during electronic measurements (EEG, ECG).
✚ Do not use on patients undergoing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Instructions For Use:
✚ Cleanse the wound as per local procedures, then rinse with saline solution.
✚ Dry the surrounding skin carefully.
✚ Pharmajelly Net Ag can be cut to fit the wound area and shape, if required.
✚ Choose a dressing which is slightly larger than the wound.
✚ Remove the dressings protective liner.
✚ Apply the dressing in contact with the wound base, ensuring the entire surface is covered.
✚ Cover with a secondary dressing suitable for the level of wound exudate.
✚ Cover with an appropriate retention bandage. The retention bandage shouldn't be occlusive, so as not to hinder the breathability of the dressing.
✚ The dressing can be left in place for up to 7 days, depending on exudate level and condition of the wound.
✚ To remove Pharmajelly Net Ag, use tweezers, forceps or a gloved hand to gently lift the dressing away.
