ConvaTec VARIHESIVE® Extra thin hydrocolloid dressing sterile, 15 x 15 cm, 5 ST

VARIHESIVE® Extra Thin combines ConvaTec’s unique hydrocolloid formulation – which sets this dressing apart from other hydrocolloid dressings – with a water-vapour-impermeable film to create an occlusive, moist wound environment. 

VARIHESIVE® Extra Thin is a hydrocolloid dressing for the management of low-exudate wounds. 

Varihesive Extra Thin is a thin, sterile hydrocolloid dressing. Its inner layer (in contact with the wound ) consists of a hydrocolloid layer embedded in an adhesive polymer matrix, whilst the outer layer consists of a film-coated polyurethane foam. The dressing, together with the wound exudate, creates a moist environment that promotes the healing process. This is achieved by supporting autolytic debridement, facilitating the migration of epithelial cells, and through atraumatic dressing changes that do not damage newly formed tissue. Varihesive Extra Thin can be used as a primary dressing or as a secondary dressing in combination with other wound dressings. The adhesive layer contains elastomeric polymers which enable the dressing to absorb wound exudate by forming a cohesive gel.

Indications 

VARIHESIVE® Extra Thin is a primary dressing for all dry to moist acute and chronic wounds and is particularly suitable for: 

• skin abrasions 
• Cuts 
• Skin fissures
• Skin protection, e.g. prevention of intertrigo

Features 

• Soft, flexible and adaptable
• Barrier against viruses and bacteria 
• Can be cut to size 
• Easy to apply and remove 
• Recommended wearing time: maximum 7 days

Form

Hydrocolloid dressing

Ingredients

• Composition: Wound contact layer: triple hydrocolloid matrix consisting of sodium carboxymethylcellulose, pectin and gelatine.
• Outer layer: polyurethane film.