Algicell Ag Calcium Alginate Dressing with Antimicrobial Silver — High-Potency Infection Control
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Algicell Ag Calcium Alginate Dressing with Antimicrobial Silver — High-Potency Infection Control
Maximum silver delivery for the most challenging infected wounds. Algicell Ag utilizes a high concentration of ionic silver to provide a powerful antimicrobial barrier that remains effective for up to 7 days. Designed for moderate to heavily exuding wounds, this dressing combines the high-absorbency of calcium alginate with a sophisticated silver delivery system that targets a broad spectrum of bacteria, including MRSA and VRE. As it absorbs exudate, it transforms into a soft, cohesive gel that maintains a moist environment and protects the wound bed.
✔ High Silver Concentration — Aggressive Antimicrobial Action ✔ 7-Day Sustained Release — Fewer Dressing Changes ✔ Superior Absorbency — Manages Heavy Fluid & Lock in Bacteria ✔ High Integrity Gel — Removes Easily Without Residue
Product Details & Available Sizes
| Manufacturer | Integra Lifesciences |
|---|---|
| Antimicrobial Agent | 1.4% Ionic Silver |
| Material | Calcium Alginate (Non-Woven) |
| 2" x 2" (5x5 cm) | Item # 84422 — Sterile, individual pad |
| 4" x 5" (10x12 cm) | Item # 84444 — Sterile, individual pad |
| 4" x 8" (10x20 cm) | Item # 84448 — Sterile, individual pad |
| 1" x 12" Rope | Item # 84481 — Ideal for tunneling or cavity wounds |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Secondary Dressing | Required (e.g., Bordered Foam or Gauze) |
Indicated For — Wound Types
- Infected wounds (diabetic foot ulcers, leg ulcers, pressure injuries)
- Wounds with high bacterial bioburden or suspected biofilm
- Moderate to heavily exuding chronic and acute wounds
- Surgical wounds, donor sites, and traumatic abrasions
- Deep cavity or tunneling wounds requiring antimicrobial packing
The Algicell Ag Difference — Potency and Performance
While many silver dressings offer "protection," Algicell Ag is designed for "performance." The 1.4% ionic silver concentration ensures that even in highly colonized wounds, the antimicrobial barrier remains robust. The alginate fibers are engineered to stay cohesive when wet; they swell to fill the wound contours, ensuring the silver makes direct contact with the entire wound surface. This eliminates areas where bacteria could otherwise hide and multiply.
- Powerful Pathogen Control: Effective against a wide array of microorganisms, providing a clean environment for granulation tissue to form.
- Moisture Balance: Effectively pulls excess exudate away from the wound edges to prevent periwound maceration.
- Easy to Use: The dressing can be easily cut to fit specific wound shapes or layered for deeper defects without fraying.
- Atraumatic Removal: The gelling action prevents the dressing from drying out and adhering to the wound, ensuring changes are comfortable for the patient.
- Stays Together: High fiber strength means the dressing can be removed in one piece, saving time during clinical care.
Application & Removal Tips
Cleanse the wound according to your clinical protocol. Apply Algicell Ag directly to the wound bed. For deep wounds, loosely pack the rope or folded pad to allow for the natural expansion of the gel as it absorbs fluid. Cover with a secondary moisture-retentive dressing. Removal: If the wound is dry, moisten the dressing with sterile saline to ensure a gentle, one-piece lift-off.
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