Xeroform Petrolatum Gauze Dressings
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Kendall Xeroform Occlusive Petrolatum Gauze Dressing
Kendall Xeroform Occlusive Petrolatum Gauze Dressing is a sterile, non-adherent wound contact layer impregnated with 3% bismuth tribromophenate in a petrolatum base. It is designed to protect the wound bed while maintaining a moist environment for low-exudate wounds.
The dressing functions as an occlusive barrier layer that conforms to wound surfaces and helps reduce trauma during dressing changes.
Key Features
- Petrolatum-impregnated gauze prevents adherence to wound bed
- Contains 3% bismuth tribromophenate (bacteriostatic agent)
- Maintains moist wound environment for healing support
- Non-adherent design reduces pain during dressing removal
- Conforms to irregular wound surfaces and body contours
- Can be cut or layered depending on wound size
- Acts as primary contact layer in multi-dressing systems
- Sterile, ready-to-use format
Quick Summary
- Used for low to light exudate wounds
- Common in burns, graft sites, surgical wounds, and abrasions
- Functions as a primary contact layer (requires secondary dressing)
- Helps reduce dressing adherence and trauma during changes
What Is This Product?
Xeroform is a fine-mesh sterile gauze dressing impregnated with petrolatum and bismuth tribromophenate. It is designed to serve as a protective interface layer between the wound bed and secondary dressings.
The petrolatum component maintains moisture at the wound surface, while the gauze structure provides a conformable protective barrier. The bismuth compound provides bacteriostatic properties within the dressing environment.
Indications / Wound Types
- Post-surgical wounds
- Skin graft donor and recipient sites
- First- and second-degree burns
- Abrasions and lacerations
- Minor traumatic wounds
- Lightly exuding wounds
- Wound packing (as clinically appropriate)
How It Works
The petrolatum-impregnated gauze forms a non-adherent interface over the wound surface, reducing tissue disruption during dressing changes. This helps maintain a moist wound environment, which is clinically associated with improved wound bed conditions.
The bismuth tribromophenate component provides bacteriostatic activity against microbial growth in low-exudate wound environments.
Application Instructions
- Cleanse wound per clinical protocol
- Gently dry surrounding skin
- Apply Xeroform directly to wound bed
- Cover with absorbent secondary dressing (gauze or foam)
- Secure with wrap or tape as appropriate
Dressing Change Guidance
Change frequency typically ranges from 24–48 hours depending on wound condition and exudate level. Dressing should be monitored for adherence, saturation, or drying.
More frequent changes may be required in higher exudate environments or when secondary dressing saturation occurs.
Why Choose This Product
Xeroform provides a reliable non-adherent interface layer for wounds requiring moisture retention and protection from dressing trauma. It is widely used in surgical, burn, and graft-related wound care protocols.
Its conformability and occlusive properties make it suitable for maintaining a stable wound environment under secondary dressings.
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