Description
Askina® Calgitrol® patented matrix formulation combines calcium alginate and silver alginate with 10% of bonded water. In contact with exudate, the alginate matrix forms a soft gel allowing the liberation of silver ions.
Askina® Calgitrol® Ag is a technologically advanced wound dressing that incorporates the barrier effectiveness of ionic silver with the absorption capabilities of calcium alginate and polyurethane foam.
Advantages
Highly efficient
No activation needed: ready to use
Immediately active – significant reduction of bacterial load within first 30 minutes
Active against broad spectrum of microorganisms, including MRSA
Sustainable antimicrobial effectiveness for up to 7 days
Atraumatic removal
Non-staining
Indication
Infected or critically colonized, moderately to heavily exuding wounds: stage I-IV pressure ulcers, venous and arterial leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, 2nd degree burns, traumatic wounds and donor sites
Contraindication
Should not be used on patients with a known sensitivity to alginates or silver
Should not be used where the presence of metals is contraindicated
Contraindicated for ulcers resulting from infection, such as tuberculosis, syphilis, or deep fungal infection, and for third degree burns
Do not use if pack is damaged or opened