Bactigras Dressing

CE medical device.
Paraffin gauze with Chlorhexidine Acetate; sterile (gamma-sterilized), single-use. Packaged in individual peel-open pouches.
Bactigras should only be used topically.
It is indicated for a wide range of wounds where there is a risk of infection, or on already infected wounds, in combination with a systemic antibiotic.
The range of wounds on which Bactigras can be used includes:
- minor burns and scalds,
- lacerations, abrasions and skin loss wounds,
- donor and graft sites,
- leg ulcers.
Bactigras acts as a barrier between the wound and the secondary dressing, allowing exudate to pass into the absorbent secondary dressing.
The antiseptic chlorhexidine acetate is slowly released from the dressing, providing lasting action against Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria.

Instructions for use
1) Clean the wound using standard technique.
2) Select the correct dressing size and open the pouch.
3) Using gloves and forceps, remove the protective paper.
4) Place the dressing on the wound in a single layer, in direct contact with the lesion surface.
5) Apply an absorbent secondary dressing, if necessary, and secure with a self-adhesive bandage (e.g. Easifix) or tape (e.g. Hypafix).
6) Removal. Bactigras can be left in situ when the secondary dressing is changed. The frequency of dressing changes depends on the clinical condition of the wound and ranges from once a day to twice a week.
7) If the dressing adheres to the wound, moisten it slightly with sterile solution.

Components
Cotton gauze impregnated with white paraffin containing 0.5% chlorhexidine acetate.

Precautions for use
Bactigras should not be used on a surface greater than 10% of the total body area.
It should also not be used in cases of sensitivity or allergy to chlorhexidine.
Avoid contact with eyes, middle ear, meninges and brain.
Bactigras is not compatible with soaps or other anionic substances (e.g. some skin cleansers) as well as potassium iodide.
Avoid using Bactigras with oxidizing substances (e.g. Eusol, hydrogen peroxide and iodine solutions).
Do not use the contents if the package is open or damaged.

Storage
Store horizontally in a dry place (< 25 °C).

Format
Packs:
Gauze 10x10 cm, 10 pieces.
Gauze 15x20 cm, 10 pieces.
Gauze 10x10 cm, 1 piece.

Code 7457/ 7461