Benefits of Melgisorb Ag

• High fiber strength allows removal in one piece 

• Rapid and sustained antimicrobial effect

• Sustained silver release up to 14 days

Indications for use 

Melgisorb Ag is indicated for the management of moderate to heavily exuding partial to full thickness wounds such as: Post-operative wounds, Trauma wounds (dermal lesions, trauma injuries or incisions), Leg ulcers, Pressures ulcers, Diabetic ulcers, Graft and donor sites, Post-operative surgical wounds. This product can also be used under compression bandages. As the product contains alginate, it may assist in supporting the control of minor bleeding in superficial wounds. Melgisorb Ag is suitable for use, under medical supervision, on wounds that are critically colonized. Melgisorb Ag is indicated for external use only

Wear Time

Melgisorb Ag may be left in place for up to 7 days, depending on the patient, the condition of the wound and surrounding skin, or as indicated by accepted clinical practice. Dressing change frequency will depend on wound condition and the level of exudate. Initially it may be necessary to change the dressing every 24 hours. Reapply Melgisorb Ag when the secondary dressing has reached its absorbent capacity or whenever good wound care practice dictates that the dressing should be changed.