Long-lasting, naturally absorbent wound dressings enhanced with antimicrobial silver
More than just bandages, Medline Maxorb Extra Wound Dressings are innovative primary dressings that combine all-natural calcium alginate (seaweed spun fibers) with nonwoven carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) to provide superior absorption of wound fluids. Fluid absorbed by the fibers then turns into a gel that helps keep the wound moist, creating an optimal healing environment.
Maxorb Extra Ag+ dressings go one step further, adding ionic silver for antibacterial protection that lasts up to 3 weeks. It’s this unique trio of benefits that makes Maxorb Extra Ag+ CMC Alginate Wound Dressings a trusted choice in hospitals, and a class apart from common drugstore bandages.
- Sustained antimicrobial protection for up to 21 days
- Reduced odor
- High fluid handling for moderate to heavily draining wounds
- Wicks fluid vertically away from the wound to help prevent skin breakdown
- Easy and painless to apply and remove – strong when wet, so dressing won’t fall apart
Not for use on dry wounds or wounds that are heavily bleeding.
For even more absorbency plus softness, upgrade to premium Medline Maxorb II Alginate Wound Dressings.
A closer look at: Maxorb Extra Ag+CMC Alginate Wound Dressings
Featuring technologically advanced ionic silver, these absorbent and conformable sheet and rope dressings are designed to be placed directly on the wound. They may be cut to create a custom size or shape. When the dressing comes in contact with wound fluid, it releases silver ions that offer antimicrobial protection and reduce odor. Because the dressing has no adhesive to hold it in place, it should always be paired with a secondary dressing.
Maxorb Extra CMC + Alginate Wound Dressing |
Maxorb Extra Ag+ CMC/Alginate Dressings |
Maxorb II 100% Alginate Wound Dressing
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Calcium Alginate | Yes Blended with CMC fiber |
Yes Blended with CMC fiber |
Yes 100% calcium alginate |
Ionic Silver Antimicrobial Protection | No | Yes | No |
Absorbency | High | High | Highest |
Wet Strength | High | High | Highest |
Softness | Standard | Standard | Softest |
Maximum Wear Time | 7 days | 21 days | 7 days |
Adherent | No Requires a secondary dressing to hold in place |
No Requires a secondary dressing to hold in place |
No Requires a secondary dressing to hold in place |
Shape | Square sheet Rope |
Square sheet Rectangle sheet Rope |
Square sheet Rope |
Cut to Fit | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Wound Type | Shallow/Deep Moderate-Heavy Drainage |
Shallow/Deep Moderate-Heavy Drainage |
Shallow/Deep Moderate-Heavy Drainage |
Preparation
Step 1: Cleanse the wound area using an appropriate wound cleanser like Prophase or Skintegrity.
Step 2: Allow the skin surrounding the wound to dry before proceeding.
Step 3: Apply an appropriate skin prep like Skintegrity Hyrdrogel around the wound, making sure not to touch the wound.
Application
Remove the dressing from the package.
Apply the dressing to the wound, covering all areas of the wound with slight overlap to periwound skin. For deep wounds, loosely fill the wound.
Cover with an appropriate secondary dressing like CoFlex TLC Two-Layer Compression System.