Melgisorb Ag is a silver alginate dressing (made from seaweed) that can absorb large amounts of wound fluid. Silver kills bacteria and might be used both for preventing infection and also on wounds with signs of local infection. Your doctor or nurse will know if your wound needs to be treated with a silver dressing.
Areas of use
Melgisorb Ag is a versatile dressing that can be used on many different wounds - your nurse or doctor will know. Typical wounds that are treated with Melgisorb Ag are
- Deep wounds
- Wounds with large amounts of wound fluid
Main benefits of Melgisorb Ag
- Proven effect of silver up to 7 days
- Soft and comfortable to wear
- Can remain in place for several days depending on the condition of the wound
