Silverlon Calcium Alginate Antimicrobial Silver Dressing — High Absorption & Infection Control
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Silverlon Calcium Alginate Antimicrobial Silver Dressing — High Absorption & Infection Control
Powerful antimicrobial protection meets high-capacity exudate management. Silverlon Calcium Alginate Dressings are designed for the most challenging wounds. By combining the massive fluid-handling capacity of calcium alginate with a proprietary silver plating technology, these dressings provide a sustained release of ionic silver for up to 7 days. It effectively manages infection-causing pathogens, including MRSA and VRE, while transforming into a soft, cohesive gel that supports autolytic debridement and moist wound healing.
✔ Sustained Silver Release — Antimicrobial Protection for 7 Days ✔ High Absorbency — Manages Heavy Exudate ✔ Cohesive Gel Formation — Painless, One-Piece Removal ✔ Broad Spectrum — Effective Against MRSA, VRE, and Biofilm
Product Details & Available Sizes
| Manufacturer | Silverlon / Argentum Medical |
|---|---|
| Technology | Pure Metallic Silver Plating on Calcium Alginate Fibers |
| 2" x 2" (5x5 cm) | Item # CAD-22 — Sterile, individual pouch |
| 4" x 4.75" (10x12 cm) | Item # CAD-45 — Sterile, individual pouch |
| 4" x 8" (10x20 cm) | Item # CAD-48 — Sterile, individual pouch |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Latex | Not made with natural rubber latex |
| Wear Time | Up to 7 days (based on clinical need/exudate) |
| Secondary Dressing | Required (e.g., Foam or Bordered Gauze) |
Indicated For — Wound Types
- Infected wounds or wounds at high risk of infection
- Moderate to heavily exuding (leaking) wounds
- Pressure injuries (Stages 2, 3, and 4)
- Venous insufficiency ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers
- Surgical wounds and donor sites
- Traumatic wounds and skin abrasions
The Silverlon Difference — Advanced Ionic Action
Unlike standard silver dressings that use chemical silver salts, Silverlon uses a unique silver-plating process that provides a larger surface area of pure silver. When the alginate fibers contact wound fluid, they swell and lock in bacteria, while the silver ions go to work immediately to neutralize the microbial load. This dual mechanism prevents maceration of the surrounding skin while ensuring the wound bed stays clean and protected.
- Rapid Antimicrobial Action: Starts killing bacteria within minutes of application.
- Moisture Management: Alginate fibers can absorb up to 20x their weight in fluid, making it ideal for "wet" wounds.
- Conformability: The soft, non-woven material easily packs into deep cavities or tunnels without leaving "dead space" where bacteria can grow.
- Gel Technology: Upon saturation, the dressing forms a moist gel layer that will not adhere to the wound, preventing trauma to new tissue during dressing changes.
- 7-Day Performance: Sustained silver release means fewer dressing changes, saving time and reducing patient discomfort.
Application & Removal Guide
Cleanse the wound according to your clinical protocol. Apply the Silverlon dressing directly to the wound bed (it can be folded or layered for deep cavities). Secure with an appropriate secondary dressing like a foam or ABD pad. If the dressing appears dry upon removal, moisten with sterile saline to ensure it lifts easily without disrupting the healing surface.
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