Molnlycke Mepitac Soft Silicone Tape is a secure and gentle fixation tape with Safetac technology.

Made of a soft silicone contact layer, a breathable polyurethane film and knitted fabric. Silicone being inert, does not interact chemically with the wound. It does not cause any effect upon the cells responsible for the healing process.

BENEFITS

• Waterproof tape
• Soft and comfortable
• Can be used for several days
• Lower risks of skin irritation and allergy
• Leaves no residue on the skin at removal
• Well suited for use under compression bandage
• Soft silicone layer does not penetrate the skin or scar
• Minimizes pain and skin damage during dressing changes
• Flows over the uneven surface to create a large effective contact area over the surface, skin or scar

FEATURES

Safetac technology layer:
*Reduces pain and trauma upon removal
*Leaves no residue upon removal

Polyurethane backing film:
*Impermeable to liquids and microorganisms
*Breathable
*Moisture proof

Knitted fabric:
*Conformable
*Easy to cut

*For neonates, wound, ostomy and dialysis applications
*Suitable for repeated application and removal of tape over the same area
*For fixation of medical devices such as wound dressings, probes, tubes, and drains
*Ideal for allergies, sensitive or fragile skin and skin conditions like eczema dermatitis

HOW TO USE

• Ensure skin is clean and dry and free from any topical preparations.
• Cut a piece of required length from the Mepitac Silicone Tape roll.
• Remove the protective release film before the fabric is gently pressed into position.
• Apply Mepitac without stretching.
• If inspection or repositioning is required, lift and reapply.
• Mepitac can hold medical devices in close proximity to the skin by taping it down onto the body surface.
• Alternatively, the device can be encircled with a piece of Mepitac, the ends of which are then attached to the skin.

*The adhesion of Mepitac Tape may decrease when used in a humid condition such as incubators
*Adhesion may also decrease when used on patients who have fever or perspire a lot
*Mepitac Silicone Tape is not intended for fixation of life supporting devices
*Not for use on arterial catheters or cannulae