Description
The DermaRite DermaGinate Ag Alginate Dressing adds ionic silver to the gel-forming alginate for wounds that drain and carry bioburden concerns. One application can stay in place up to 14 days on suitable wounds. That long wear changes the math on chronic wound visit schedules.
- Ionic Silver Alginate – Silver provides antimicrobial action inside the gel.
- Long Wear – May remain in place up to 14 days on suitable wounds.
- Infected Wound Indication – Indicated for infected wounds as well as ulcers and surgical wounds.
Silver Calcium Alginate for Infected and Draining Wounds
DermaGinate Ag is a calcium alginate dressing with ionic silver that gels on contact with exudate. The silver provides antimicrobial action in the dressing, and the dressing has shown activity against MRSA, Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans and Escherichia coli in manufacturer testing. It can absorb a high level of exudate and may remain in place for up to 14 days depending on the wound. Indications include infected wounds, surgical wounds, leg ulcers and pressure injuries. Sheets and a 12 in rope cover both surface and deep wound shapes.
Features and Benefits
Silver Antimicrobial Action
- Ionic Silver – Silver ions provide antimicrobial action inside the gelling alginate.
- Tested Organisms – Manufacturer testing showed activity against MRSA, Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans and Escherichia coli.
- Infected Wound Indication – Indications include infected wounds alongside surgical wounds, leg ulcers and pressure injuries.
Long Wear Absorption
- Up to 14 Day Wear – The dressing may remain in place for up to 14 days depending on the wound.
- High Exudate Capacity – It absorbs a high level of exudate while gelling on contact.
- Sheet and Rope Forms – Three sheet sizes plus a 12 in rope cover flat and deep wounds.
Product Specifications
Sizes and Packaging
- 2" x 2": 10 dressings per box
- 4" x 5": 10 dressings per box
- 4" x 8": 5 dressings per box
- Rope 12": 5 dressings per box
Product Details
- Material: Calcium alginate with ionic silver
- Wear Time: Up to 14 days, depending on the wound
- Forms: Sheets and rope
- Manufacturer: DermaRite Industries LLC, North Bergen, NJ
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Why Choose DermaGinate Ag
Infected, draining wounds usually force a choice between an antimicrobial and an absorber. DermaGinate Ag is both, and its wear can stretch toward two weeks on suitable wounds. Fewer changes mean fewer disturbance events for a wound that is trying to close.
- Silver in the Gel – Ionic silver works inside the gel matrix where exudate collects.
- Named Organism Activity – Manufacturer testing covers MRSA, Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans and Escherichia coli.
- Two Week Potential – Wear up to 14 days reduces visit frequency for chronic wound patients.
- Deep Wound Rope – The 12 in rope carries silver alginate into tunnels and cavities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the silver do?
Ionic silver provides antimicrobial action in the dressing. Manufacturer testing showed activity against MRSA, Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans and Escherichia coli.
How long can it stay in place?
It may remain in place for up to 14 days, depending on the wound.
Which wounds is it indicated for?
Infected wounds, surgical wounds, leg ulcers and pressure injuries.
Does it gel?
Yes. Like the standard version, it gels on contact with exudate while absorbing a high level of fluid.
What forms are available?
Sheets in 2 in x 2 in, 4 in x 5 in and 4 in x 8 in, plus a 12 in rope.
