NovaGran Calcium Alginate Dressings

Description

NovaGran Calcium Alginate Dressings (CAD) are composed of fibers that react with wound exudate to form a hydrophilic gel which creates a moist wound environment. As wound exudate is absorbed the alginate forms a gel, which assists in maintaining a moist environment for optimal wound healing facilitates autolytic debridement and
allows intact removal.

Super absorption extends wear time, and dressing changes are easily completed without disturbing granulating tissue. NovaGran Calcium Alginate Dressings are made with a scrim layer which prevents the gel sheet from disintegrating in the wound bed.

Features:
• Scrim layer
• Sterile dressings
• Nonwoven, highly absorbent
• Soft and conformable
• Creates an ideal wound environment and reduces the risk for maceration to surrounding skin
• Absorbs moderate to heavily exuding wounds
• Flexibility facilitates use in cavities or tunneling wounds

Indications for Use:
NovaGran CAD are indicated for the management of moderately to heavily exuding wounds, and to control bleeding in superficial wounds.
NovaGran CAD can be used on the following wounds including:
• Pressure ulcers
• Arterial ulcers
• Venous lower leg ulcers
• Diabetic ulcers
• Postoperative wounds
Contraindications:
Not indicated for dry wound conditions or for 3rd degree burns.
Caution:
• Do not use in cases of known sensitivity to NovaGran Calcium Alginate Dressings or Ropes or any of their components.
• Wounds should be reviewed and appropriately managed, under the direction of a medical practitioner.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Application:
1. Clean and rinse the wound in the usual manner.
2. (Dressings) Place the NovaGran Calcium Alginate Dressing on the moist wound. If necessary, fold or cut to adjust to wound size.
3. (Ropes) Coil the NovaGran Calcium Alginate Rope gently into cavity wounds leaving an end or “tail” for easy extraction.
4. In case of slightly exuding wounds, moisten the dressing with physiological saline solution.
5. Secure dressing with semi-occlusive cover dressing.
6. Dressing change as directed, when strike through occurs, or at least every 7 days.
7. When changing dressing, remove dressing retention and gently remove gel formed of dressing and exudate. Flush if necessary.
8. Rinse any remaining gel residue with a wound cleanser (e.g. NovaGran Antimicrobial Wound Solution).
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place.
Do not reuse.
Do not re-sterilize.
Do not use if individual pouch is damaged/opened.