Hydrosorb® Gel Hydrogel 8 g, 5 ST

Hydrosorb® Gel is a clear, viscous, sterile gel containing a modified starch polymer, glycerine, preservatives and water. Hydrosorb® Gel maintains a moist wound healing environment that promotes healing.

Depending on the condition of the wound, Hydrosorb Gel rehydrates dry necrotic tissue to aid debridement of dry wounds, or absorbs wound mucus and exudate when a small amount of exudate is present. Hydrosorb Gel can be removed by rinsing the wound with sterile saline solution; this causes little or no trauma to the wound, thereby promoting better wound healing and allowing for pain-free dressing changes.

Intended use

Hydrosorb Gel can be used as a non-invasive wound care product for most types of ulcers, pressure ulcers and other low-exudating, oozing or necrotic wounds over a prolonged period.

Target group

People with the following wounds:

• Pressure ulcers
• Venous leg ulcers
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• First- and second-degree burns

Indications

Hydrosorb Gel is indicated for the treatment of dry, non-exudative wounds and low-exudative lesions affecting the upper two layers of the skin, such as: 

• Pressure ulcers 
• Venous leg ulcers 
• Diabetic foot ulcers 
• First- and second-degree burns 
• Incontinence-related dermatitis

Clinical benefits

In the early stages of treatment with the Hydrosorb Gel wound care product, it may initially appear as though the wound is getting larger. This is normal and is due to the removal of wound debris from the edges of the wound. This clears the way for healing. 

When treating dry and minimally exuding wounds, Hydrosorb Gel creates a more favourable environment for healing. However, in cases where treatment with Hydrosorb Gel alone yields little or no progress, appropriate treatment of the underlying condition is also required. Therefore, if no improvement has been observed after 4 to 6 weeks of treatment with Hydrosorb Gel, the original diagnosis and the overall treatment plan should be reassessed by a healthcare professional in accordance with recognised wound care practice

Dosage form

Gel

Method of use

How to use Hydrosorb Gel: Remove the cap to expose the applicator nozzle. Then squeeze the tube and apply Hydrosorb Gel directly to the wound. The interval between dressing changes depends entirely on the condition of the wound. For exuding wounds, daily changes may be necessary at the start of treatment; however, for dry wounds, this can be reduced to every 2 to 3 days following assessment by a suitably qualified healthcare professional.

Preparation:

• Visually inspect the tube for damage before opening it.
• Clean the wound with sterile saline solution or another suitable sterile cleansing solution using sterile swabs.
• Dry the skin around the wound 

Application of Hydrosorb Gel:

• In accordance with local guidelines and best practice for handling sterile wound care products, remove a sterile tube of Hydrosorb Gel from the packaging. Check the tube to ensure it is not damaged or leaking. 
• Select an appropriate amount of Hydrosorb Gel to completely cover the wound surface, and open the snap closure on the applicator tip.
• Wipe the tip of the opening with an alcohol wipe provided to the user.
• Hold the opening so that it does not touch the wound surface, gently squeeze the tube and apply the Hydrosorb Gel to the entire wound, to a thickness of at least 5 mm. 
• Cover the wound with a suitable secondary dressing. Compression therapy may be carried out in conjunction with treatment with Hydrosorb Gel if prescribed by a doctor.
• The tubes of Hydrosorb Gel are for single use only. Dispose of the tube containing any unused Hydrosorb Gel after the first use.
• To minimise the risk of potential infection or environmental contamination, the disposable components of Hydrosorb Gel should be disposed of in accordance with local laws, rules, regulations and standards on infection prevention.

Dressingchange:

Change the dressing if it is soiled or saturated, or if exudate/drainage is visible. Otherwise, change the dressing in accordance with the facility’s standard protocol.

• Carefully remove the Hydrosorb Gel by irrigating with a suitable sterile solution.
• Follow the ‘Application of Hydrosorb Gel’ procedure to apply a new dressing.

Ingredients

Composition: Hydrosorb Gel is a clear, viscous, sterile gel containing a modified starch polymer, glycerine, preservatives and water.