- Kerlix™ AMD rolls are impregnated with PHMB (Polyhexamethylene
Biguanide), a powerful yet safe antiseptic that has a broad range
effectiveness against gram positive and gram negative microorganisms
including some multi-drug resistant strains such as MRSA. This exciting
new product provides healthcare facilities with a low cost,
prophylactic method of treatment without changing nursing protocol. In
addition to its antimicrobial capabilities, Kerlix™ AMD rolls provide
fast-wicking action, superior aeration, and excellent absorbency.
Instructions for Use- No change to clinical protocol - use as you would a standard KERLIX™ dressing
Indications- Can be used as a primary dressing to help protect against infection
- Can be uses as a secondary dressing to prevent bacterial penetration through and bacterial growth within the dressing
Precautions- Dakins solution may inactivate PHMB. This will impact dressing efficacy but should not be dangerous to patient health.
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- Contains PHMB (Polyhexamethylene Biguanide).
- Resists bacterial colonization within the dressing.
- Reduces bacterial penetration through the dressing.
- Broad-spectrum effectiveness provides protection against gram negative, gram positive, and fungi/yeast microorganisms including MRSA and VRE.
- Primary Bacterial Barrier
- Secondary Layer
| - Highly effective against most organisms. Limits cross-contamination from patient to patient, patient to clinician, and patient to the environment.
- Helps prevent infections from growing and spreading in the dressing.
- Helps minimize infection exposure from strike through.
- Helps reduce risk of hospital acquired infections.
- Antimicrobial dressings work as a contact kill and maintain log counts in the wound without negative impact to wound healing.
- Antimicrobial dressings work to limit cross-contamination by significantly reducing bacterial growth in the pooling layer.
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