What is hydrofera blue used for

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• Does Hydrofera Blue have to be moistened?
• Which side of Hydrofera Blue goes on the wound?
• How often should you change Hydrofera blue?

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Hydrofera Blue Ready® maintains a moist wound environment without the need for hydration and has a wear time of up to 7 days, requiring fewer dressing changes. Non-cytotoxic.

• Overview
• Product Features
• Details

• Broad-spectrum antibacterial protection
• No hydration required prior to application
• Seven day wear time

Hydrofera Blue READY® is intended as an external dressing for use in local management of wounds such as pressure injuries, donor sites, venous stasis ulcers, arterial ulcers, diabetic ulcers, abrasions, lacerations, superficial burns, post-surgical incisions, and other external wounds inflicted by trauma.

The dressings are not indicated for third-degree burns.
The dressings should not be used on individuals who are sensitive to or who have had an allergic reaction to the dressing or one of its components.

This material is not an implant.
Do not reuse dressing.

Adverse Effects/Reactions

None known.

Keep dry. Keep away from heat.

Methylene blue (less than or equal to 0.00035 g/g)
Gentian violet (less than or equal to 0.00035 g/g)

2(1/2)"x2(1/2)", 4"x5", 8"x8".

Acute Wounds
Burns
Cavity Wounds
Chronic Wounds
Dehisced Wounds
Diabetic Foot
Dry Skin Conditions
Granulating/Epithelializing Wounds
Infected Wounds
Moderate/Highly Exudating Wounds
Non/Minimally Exudating Wounds
Palliative Wounds
Pressure Ulcers
Sloughy Wounds
Superficial Wounds
Surgical Wounds
Venous Ulcers

Cleanse the wound in accordance with established procedures. Carefully dry the periwound tissue.

Select the appropriate dressing size to ensure the dressing will cover the entire wound. The dressing may be cut in order to optimize placement over wounds on heels, elbows, etc. Apply the dressing with the foam side towards the wound and shiny film side up. Secure the dressing using a bandage or a tape over the film surface. The dressing can be applied under compression and total contact casting.

Removal & Change Frequency

Hydrofera Blue READY® can be left in place up to 7 days, depending on the exudate and clinical conditions of the wound. The dressing should be changed if it turns white. If the dressing has retained its color where it is in contact with the wound, the dressing may be left in place for up to 7 days. Duration of use is determined by the health care provider and depends on wound type and conditions.

Polyurethane foam, polyurethane film backing, and 2 organic dyes, methylene blue and gentian violet.

Latex-friendly
Non-allergenic
Non-cytotoxic
Non-irritating

Does Hydrofera Blue have to be moistened?

Which side of Hydrofera Blue goes on the wound?

How often should you change Hydrofera blue?