ACTICOAT* is an antimicrobial barrier with nanocrystalline silver which delivers fast-acting, long-lasting infection control for burns, grafts and donor sites.
[1] Product Category:
Antimicrobial DressingsSub-category:
Antimicrobial DressingsProduct Features:
- Silver technology
- Secondary dressing required
- Multiple layers
- Low adhesion
- Intact when saturated
- Flexible
- Conforms readily to wound
- Color change w/ moisture activation
Other Features:
- Educational Material Available
- Free Samples/Trials Available
- Published Clinical Article Available
How Supplied/Sizing:
2"x2", 4"x4", 4"x8", 5"x5", 8"x16", 16"x16". Roll: 4"x48".
HCPCS Code:
A9270
Company information:
- Street:
- 970 Lake Carillon Dr.
- Suite:
- Suite # 110
- City:
- St. Petersburg ,
- Province:
- Florida
- Postal Code:
- 33716
- Country:
- United States
For over 155 years, Smith & Nephew, Inc. has been providing innovative solutions that reduce the human and economic impact of wounds and help people regain their lives.
Website:
www.smith-nephew.com
Email:
support@smith-nephew.com
Phone:
727-392-1261
Fax:
727-392-6914
Toll free:
1-800-876-1261 Benefits
• Nanocrystalline silver antimicrobial barrier
• Broad spectrum antimicrobial activity
• Sustained release of silver for 3 days
• Fast-acting
• Easy to use
• Prevents and reduces infection
• Can be used on extensive body surface area wounds
• Assists faster healing
• Low-adherent
Indications
Indicated as an antimicrobial barrier layer over partial- and full-thickness wounds such as pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, burns, recipient graft sites and cavity wounds.
Contraindications
Do not use on patients with a known sensitivity to silver
Do not use on a patient undergoing MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) examination
Prior to administering radiation therapy, remove ACTICOAT. A new dressing can be applied following treatment.
Warnings and Precautions
For external use only
ACTICOAT is not compatible with oil-based products, such as petrolatum
Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements e.g. EEG and ECG
Do not use if product color is not uniform
Recommended Use
Infected Wounds
Surgical Wounds
Burns
Pressure Ulcers
Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Mode of Use/Application
Remove ACTICOAT from the package and moisten the dressing with sterile water (do not use saline). Wring out excess water prior to applying.
Cut to appropriate size and shape.
Apply the dressing to the wound.
Keep the dressing humid. Secure with an appropriate secondary dressing.
Removal & Change Frequency
Change the dressing depending on the amount of exudate and the condition of the wound.