ALLEVYN* Ag+ SURGICAL Dressing is indicated for the management of exuding wounds such as leg and foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, traumatic and surgical wounds, superficial and partial thickness burns. ALLEVYN* Ag+ Dressing can also be used under compression.
• Silver sulfate present in the dressing helps reduce microbial colonization in the dressing.
• ALLEVYN* Ag+ Dressings are for healthcare professional use.

Do not use on patients known to be sensitive to silver.

• For external use only.
• Opening the dressing pack compromises the sterile barrier, therefore any unused dressing should not be retained for application at a later date.
• If reddening or sensitization occur, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.
• Frequent or prolonged use may cause transient discoloration of the wound bed and surrounding skin.
• There is limited data on prolonged and repeated use of silver containing dressings, particularly in
children and neonates. The dressing is intended for use on adult populations.
• Device testing assumed no greater than 772cm² surface area of dressings applied per day.
• Do not cut the dressing.
• ALLEVYN* Ag+ SURGICAL Dressing does not replace the need for systemic therapy or other adequate infection treatment (eg, antibiotics).
• Do not use the dressing with oxidizing agents (eg, EUSOL or hydrogen peroxide), as these can break down the absorbent polyurethane component of the dressing.
• When using the dressing with other topical treatments, silver products, absorbent wound
fillers/dressings or antimicrobial cleansers, the interaction has not been assessed.
• Other than saline solution or water, the interaction of cleansing agents has not been demonstrated.
• The use of the dressing over skin substitutes may lead to compromised antimicrobial efficacy.
• ALLEVYN* Ag+ SURGICAL Dressing is not compatible with oil-based products such as petrolatum.
• ALLEVYN* Ag+ SURGICAL Dressing may not be compatible with enzymatic debridement.
• Prior to commencing radiation therapy, remove ALLEVYN* Ag+ SURGICAL Dressing if present. A new dressing can be applied following treatment.
• Avoid contact with electrodes or conductive gels during electronic measurements (eg, EEG and ECG).
• When the ALLEVYN* Ag+ SURGICAL Dressing is used on a patient undergoing CT scans or x-rays it
may result in image distortion.
• The outer film of the dressing is shower proof; however do not immerse the dressing in water.
• Do not reuse the dressing. Cross contamination can occur and the dressing may be ineffective.
• Do not use after the expiry date. If the product is used after the expiry date the product properties
cannot be ensured.

Do not use on patients known to be sensitive to silver.

Store in dry place <77°F/25°C.

Dressing contains silver sulfate. Each dressing contains 1.9–3.0mg/cm² of silver.