{"product_id":"molnlycke-mepilex-ag-foam-dressings","title":"Molnlycke Mepilex Ag Silver Antimicrobial Foam Dressing — Safetac Silicone, 6 Sizes","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMolnlycke Mepilex Ag Silver Antimicrobial Foam Dressing — Safetac Silicone, 6 Sizes\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIonic silver that begins inactivating wound pathogens within 30 minutes — with Safetac silicone for pain-free, atraumatic dressing changes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mepilex Ag is Molnlycke's antimicrobial foam dressing, combining a sustained-release ionic silver layer with the Safetac soft silicone wound contact technology that has made the Mepilex family the clinical standard for low-trauma dressing management. The ionic silver acts at the cellular level — disrupting bacterial cell walls and interrupting replication — to control the microbial load in wounds at risk for infection or showing signs of critical colonization. The Safetac layer seals wound margins to contain exudate and prevent periwound maceration, while releasing from intact skin without stripping, tearing, or causing pain on removal. Silver antimicrobial effect lasts up to 7 days. Available in six sizes for wounds ranging from small pressure injuries to large burn and donor site areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Ionic Silver — Inactivates Pathogens Within 30 Minutes, Sustained Up to 7 Days    ✔ Safetac® Silicone — Seals Wound Margins, Pain-Free Removal    ✔ Waterproof Film Backing — Protects Against External Contamination    ✔ Can Be Cut to Fit — Flexible Foam Conforms to Wound Contours\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details \u0026amp; Available Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMolnlycke Health Care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMepilex® Ag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e4\" x 5\" (10 x 12 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem # 287090 — 5 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e4\" x 4\" (10 x 10 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem # 287100 — 5 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e4\" x 8\" (10 x 20 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem # 287200 — 5 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e6\" x 6\" (15 x 15 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem # 287300 — 5 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e8\" x 8\" (20 x 20 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem # 287400 — 5 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e8\" x 20\" (20 x 50 cm)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eItem # 287500 — 2 per box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIonic silver — sustained-release\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWound Contact Layer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSafetac® soft silicone — seals wound margins, does not adhere to wound bed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBacking\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterproof, moisture-permeable polyurethane film\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eExudate Level\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium exudate wounds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSterility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLatex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCan Be Cut\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — flexible foam can be trimmed to fit irregular wound shapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWear Time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 7 days — change sooner if saturated with exudate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIndicated For — Wound Types\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePressure ulcers — all stages with medium exudate and signs of infection or critical colonization\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVenous leg ulcers and arterial ulcers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiabetic foot ulcers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePartial thickness burns and donor sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraumatic wounds — lacerations, abrasions, skin tears at risk for infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePost-surgical wounds with signs of local infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAny wound with medium exudate where antimicrobial protection is clinically indicated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInfected wounds — in conjunction with systemic antibiotic therapy and under professional supervision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mepilex Ag is not indicated for individuals with a known sensitivity to silver. Remove before MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, electrotherapy (TENS), or electrocardiogram procedures. Does not replace systemic antibiotic therapy when systemic infection is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Mepilex Ag Works — Silver + Safetac\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMepilex Ag delivers antimicrobial protection through two distinct mechanisms working in parallel — ionic silver for bacterial control, and Safetac silicone for wound margin management and trauma-free dressing changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIonic Silver — Antimicrobial Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver ions embedded within the foam are released in a controlled, sustained manner upon contact with wound exudate. Once released, silver ions act at the cellular level — disrupting bacterial cell membranes, interfering with essential enzymatic processes, and inhibiting bacterial replication. This multi-target mechanism is effective against a broad spectrum of wound pathogens including MRSA and other resistant organisms, and begins working within 30 minutes of application with antimicrobial effect sustained for up to 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafetac Silicone — Wound Contact Layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft silicone Safetac layer conforms to the full surface contour of the wound and periwound skin — including uneven surfaces, wound edges, and skin folds — creating a complete seal that contains exudate within the dressing and prevents leakage onto surrounding skin. This seal prevents periwound maceration without adhering to the wound bed or fragile granulating tissue. On removal, Safetac releases cleanly from intact skin without stripping the stratum corneum, disrupting granulation tissue, or causing pain — a meaningful clinical advantage in wounds requiring frequent assessment or changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSilver inactivates wound pathogens within 30 minutes — sustained effect up to 7 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBroad-spectrum antibacterial coverage including resistant organisms\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolyurethane foam absorbs and retains exudate away from the wound bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSafetac layer seals wound margins — prevents exudate leakage and periwound maceration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWaterproof outer film blocks external contamination while allowing moisture vapor transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlexible, conformable foam — adapts to body contours and irregular wound surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCan be cut to fit without compromising dressing integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication \u0026amp; Use Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCleanse the wound and dry the surrounding skin before application — do not mix with other topical treatments or cleansing agents that may interact with silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect a size that covers the wound and extends onto intact surrounding skin by approximately 1 inch on all sides — or cut the dressing to fit the wound shape as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove half of the backing paper and position the dressing over the wound, then remove the second half of the backing to complete coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePress the Safetac border gently against the periwound skin to complete the seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIf the dressing is not self-adhering on all wound sites (e.g. on a limb or torso without sufficient periwound skin contact), secure with Mepitac silicone tape or a light compression bandage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChange when exudate reaches the dressing edge, or every 7 days maximum — whichever comes first\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor infected wounds: change frequency should follow clinical guidance and be based on wound assessment at each change\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove before\u003c\/strong\u003e any MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, TENS unit, or electrocardiogram procedure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing the Right Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\" x 5\" (287090)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rectangular option for small elongated wounds — minor heel injuries, small venous ulcers, finger or toe wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\" x 4\" (287100)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard square — the most common general-purpose size; ideal for small pressure injuries, focal diabetic foot wounds, and standard wound sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e4\" x 8\" (287200)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Rectangle — best for elongated wounds on extremities, linear post-surgical sites, or shin and lower leg ulcers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6\" x 6\" (287300)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Medium square — pressure ulcers and wounds requiring wider coverage than the 4x4 but where a rectangular shape isn't ideal\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8\" x 8\" (287400)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Large square — larger pressure injuries, greater trochanter wounds, and deeper stage wounds with wide wound margins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8\" x 20\" (287500)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Large rectangle — partial thickness burns, large donor sites, extensive leg ulcer coverage, or any wound requiring maximum area coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure which size is right? \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:18662180902\"\u003eCall 1-866-218-0902\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm EST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Precautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot for use in individuals with known silver sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemove before MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, electrotherapy (TENS), or electrocardiogram\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMay cause temporary discoloration of wound or periwound skin — this is a known effect of ionic silver and does not indicate a reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDoes not replace systemic antibiotic therapy when systemic infection is present — consult a clinician\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle use only — do not re-sterilize\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not use on internal wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not combine with other topical wound treatments without clinical guidance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Medical Department Store?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e30+ years serving home medical and wound care customers — A+ BBB Rated\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e110% Low Price Guarantee — we beat any competitor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedical supply specialists on the phone, not a call center\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips to all 50 states — 5 Southwest Florida locations for local pickup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions about Mepilex Ag or any of our silver wound dressings? 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