Smith & Nephew ACTICOAT™ Antimicrobial Barrier Dressing, Silver Coated, 8" x 16"

Smith & Nephew ACTICOAT™ Antimicrobial Barrier Dressing, Silver Coated, 8" x 16"

ACTICOAT™ is a highly effective antimicrobial barrier dressing from Smith & Nephew, featuring SILCRYST™ nanocrystalline silver technology. It delivers a sustained release of silver ions to provide rapid and broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity against a wide range of wound pathogens, including antibiotic-resistant organisms such as MRSA and VRE.

The 8" x 16" (approximately 20cm x 40cm) size is the largest format in the ACTICOAT™ range, designed for major burns, extensive wounds, large donor sites, and other clinical situations requiring maximum antimicrobial coverage over a wide surface area.

Features:

• SILCRYST™ Nanocrystalline Silver: Delivers rapid, sustained release of silver ions for broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection lasting up to 3 days per application.
• Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity: Effective against over 150 wound pathogens, including MRSA, VRE, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
• Antimicrobial Barrier: Helps prevent bacterial penetration from the external environment into the wound.
• Maintains Moist Wound Environment: Supports optimal conditions for wound healing when kept moist.
• Versatile Application: Can be used as a primary or secondary dressing depending on wound type and exudate level.
• Maximum Coverage — 8" x 16": Largest format for major burns, extensive wounds, and large donor or graft sites.

Indications for Use:

• Major partial and full-thickness burns requiring large-area coverage.
• Extensively infected or critically colonized wounds.
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• Large donor sites and skin grafts.
• Chronic wounds including large venous leg ulcers and pressure ulcers.
• Surgical wounds at risk of infection over a broad area.
• Wounds infected with antibiotic-resistant organisms (MRSA, VRE).

Product Specifications:

• Brand: Smith & Nephew
• Range: ACTICOAT™
• Dressing Size: 8" x 16" (approx. 20cm x 40cm)
• Antimicrobial Agent: SILCRYST™ nanocrystalline silver
• Wear Time: Up to 3 days (must be kept moist)
• Use: Single use — do not reuse

How to Use:

Moisten the dressing with sterile water (not saline) before application. Apply directly to the wound surface and cover with an appropriate secondary dressing. Re-moisten every 24 hours to maintain antimicrobial activity. Change every 3 days or as clinically indicated.

For use under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Single use only — do not resterilize or reuse.