Medline Maxorb Extra CMC/Alginate Sheet Wound Dressing

Medline Maxorb Extra Cmc/Alginate Dressings Features

• Highly absorbent: It is more absorbent than other alginate dressings
• Fluid will not wick laterally: Wound exudate mixes with Maxorb Extra to form a gel that will not wick out, reducing the potential for damage to peri-wound skin
• Superior gelling and fluid handling: The presence of CMC improves the gelling and fluid-handling ability as well as adds improved wet strength
• Single-use only
• Improved gelling capability
• It can be used as a primary dressing
• Can be used for all wound depths, moderate/heavy drainage
• Easy dressing changes: Simple, one-piece removal eases dressing changes
• Wick fluid vertically to help prevent peri-wound skin maceration
• Dressing type: Calcium Alginate
• Latex Free
• Remains intact when wet

Maxorb Alginate Dressings Data Sheet
 

What to buy with Maxorb Extra Wound Dressings

• Medline Stratasorb Composite Island Dressing
• Medline Sterile Bordered Gauze Adhesive Island Wound Dressing

How to use Medline Extra CMC/Alginate Sheets?

How to Prep for Medline Maxorb Extra CMC Dressings?

1. Cleanse wound environment using an appropriate wound cleanser
2. Ensure the skin surrounding the wound is dry and apply appropriate skin prep, as preferred

How to apply Maxorb CMC/Alginate Sheet Dressings?

1. Remove the dressing from the package
2. Apply the dressing to the wound, covering all areas of the wound with a slight overlap to peri-wound skin. For deep wounds, loosely fill the wound
3. Cover with an appropriate secondary dressing

Maxorb Extra Absorbency Comparison:

Maxorb Extra CMC Dressing Change Frequency

• May be left in place for up to 7 days
• Dressing change frequency will depend on the amount of drainage

Contraindications -

• Individuals with a known sensitivity to alginates
• To control heavy bleeding
• Third-degree burns
• Dry or lightly draining wounds
• As a surgical sponge