Description
The DermaRite AquaRite Extra CMC Wound Dressing turns heavy exudate into a clear, soothing gel that stays where the wound needs it. For nurses managing draining pressure injuries and leg ulcers, that gel holds debris and fluid inside the fiber instead of letting it pool on fragile skin. Flat sheets cover surface wounds, while the rope form packs loosely into deeper wound beds.
- Heavy Exudate Specialist – Built for moderate to heavily exuding wounds that overwhelm ordinary dressings.
- Sheet and Rope Forms – Flat sheets cover surface wounds while the rope packs deep beds and cavities.
- Extended Wear – May remain in place up to 7 days depending on wound condition.
Gelling Fiber Dressing for Heavy Exudate Control
AquaRite Extra CMC is a carboxymethylcellulose gelling fiber dressing built for moderate to heavily exuding wounds. On contact with wound fluid, the fibers form a strong clear gel that traps debris and bacteria and retains them inside the dressing. The gel keeps a moist wound environment while the dressing retains its structure even when saturated, so removal stays cleaner. Care teams can cut the sheets to fit the wound site, layer the rope into deep or tunnelling wounds, and use the dressing under compression wraps. Depending on wound condition, it may be left in place for up to 7 days, which reduces change frequency for busy wound care services.
Features and Benefits
Absorption and Gel Control
- Gelling Fiber Matrix – CMC fibers gel on contact with exudate, locking fluid and debris inside the dressing rather than on the wound bed.
- Saturated Strength – The dressing retains its structure even when fully saturated, supporting intact removal after days of wear.
- Cut to Fit – Sheets can be trimmed to the wound outline, so one stock size adapts to irregular wound shapes.
Wound Bed Support
- Rope Packing Form – The 0.75 in x 18 in rope loosely packs deep wounds and cavities that flat sheets cannot reach.
- Compression Compatible – The dressing can be used under compression, pairing exudate control with venous ulcer therapy.
- Seven Day Wear – May be left in place for up to 7 days depending on wound condition, easing the change schedule for caregivers.
Product Specifications
Sizes and Packaging
- 2" x 2": 10 dressings per box
- 4" x 5": 10 dressings per box
- Rope 0.75" x 18": 5 dressings per box
Product Details
- Dressing Material: Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) gelling fiber
- Latex: Not made with natural rubber latex
- Wear Time: Up to 7 days, depending on wound condition
- Manufacturer: DermaRite Industries LLC, North Bergen, NJ
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Why Choose AquaRite Extra CMC for Draining Wounds
Many absorbent dressings fall apart when they are saturated, leaving fibers behind at the change. AquaRite Extra CMC keeps its structure as it gels, so the fluid, debris and bacteria it collects leave with the dressing. That reliability is why wound teams reach for it on heavily draining wounds that overwhelm standard gauze.
- Gel That Traps Debris – The clear gel locks debris and bacteria inside the fiber, supporting a cleaner wound bed between changes.
- Deep Wound Reach – A dedicated rope form packs cavities and tunnels, so deep wounds get the same gelling control as surface wounds.
- Fewer Changes – Wear of up to 7 days cuts dressing change frequency, saving nursing time and patient discomfort.
- Compression Ready – The dressing works under compression bandaging, a pairing venous leg ulcer care depends on.
Manuals and Troubleshooting Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of wounds is this dressing for?
It manages moderate to heavily exuding partial and full thickness wounds, including pressure ulcers stage II to IV, leg ulcers, diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, traumatic wounds, donor sites and exuding oncology wounds.
How long can it stay in place?
It may be left in place for up to 7 days, depending on the wound condition and exudate level.
What does the rope form do?
The rope form is made for loosely packing deep wounds and wound cavities that a flat sheet cannot fill.
Can it be used under compression?
Yes. The manufacturer lists use under compression among its key benefits.
Can the sheets be cut to size?
Yes. The sheets are conformable and can be cut to fit the wound site.
Is it latex free?
Yes. It is not made with natural rubber latex.
