ALLEVYN™ LIFE is a silicone gel adhesive dressing that provides the optimal moist wound environment to promote the healing of moderately and highly exuding wounds. The absorbent pad has a foam layer and lock away core made from super absorbent material. There is a discretion layer over the centre to mask the exudate. The silicone adhesive layer is gentle even to fragile skin and makes it easy to apply, reposition and remove. A breathable outer film helps prevent bacterial contamination and is showerproof. ALLEVYN™ LIFE is intended for use in wound management by secondary intention on shallow,granulating wounds, chronic and acute exudative wounds, full and partial thickness woundsincluding: Pressure ulcers, Leg ulcers, Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Surgical wounds, First and seconddegree burns, Donor sites, Skin tears, and Fungating Ulcers. ALLEVYN™ LIFE can be used inconjunction with INTRASITE™ GEL for necrotic or sloughy wounds. ALLEVYN™ LIFE is intended foruse in pressure ulcer prevention on intact skin as part of a pressure ulcer prevention protocol.
Product Directions:
Instructions for use:
Cleanse the application site. Ensure surrounding skin is clean, dry and free from excess hair.
1. Select appropriate dressing size. Ensure the absorbent pad covers the entire wound or area to be protected. The scale on the pouch is for guidance only.
2. Remove first liner and anchor the adhesive side of the dressing to the skin.
3. Remove remaining Liner / Liners. Smooth over. If on a wound ensure absorbent pad covers the wound. Do not stretch the dressing.
4. Smooth down the borders. Ensure there are no creases that could compromise the seal. The dressing can be repositioned as required.
Observation:
When used for pressure ulcer prevention, frequently inspect the skin for pressure damage by lifting back one corner, inspecting and then repositioning the dressing.
Removal:
Lift one corner and slowly peel back until completely removed.
Frequency of change
During the early stages of treatment inspect the dressing frequently. Dressings can be left in place for up to 7 days, except the sacral area where dressings can be left in place for up to 5 days. Dressings should be changed depending on the condition of the wound and surrounding skin or when exudate covers 75% of the change indicator. Consider changing if the exudate covers more than 50% of the change indicator.
