{"product_id":"comfeel-plus-transparent-hydrocolloid-dressing-5cm-x-7cm-pack-of-10","title":"Comfeel Plus Transparent Hydrocolloid Dressing 5cm x 7cm - Pack of 10","description":"\u003cp class=\"lede\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComfeel Plus Transparent is a thin, see-through hydrocolloid dressing from Coloplast for moist healing of wounds with little or no exudate, in a box of 10 sterile 5cm x 7cm dressings, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSterile hydrocolloid dressing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePack\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 dressings, 5cm x 7cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) hydrocolloid with a semi-permeable polyurethane top film\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWear time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 7 days, depending on the wound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFree from\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatex, pectin and colophony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColoplast (ref. 33530)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWounds with no or low exudate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuperficial wounds such as abrasions, superficial burns and post-operative wounds, as the manufacturer describes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarers who want to check the wound without lifting the dressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not suitable for heavily exuding or infected wounds unless a healthcare professional advises it; ask your nurse, doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the enclosed instructions carefully before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the wound and surrounding skin, for example with saline or sterile water, and dry the surrounding skin well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a dressing that overlaps the wound edge by at least 1-2cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the backing film without touching the adhesive, place the dressing over the wound, then remove the protective tabs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth the edges down with your fingers so the dressing seals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChange it when exudate nears the edge, when clinically needed or after 7 days at most; lift the corners gently to remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow long can I leave it on?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 7 days, depending on the wound. Change it sooner if exudate reaches near the edge of the dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy has the dressing turned white or milky?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hydrocolloid absorbs fluid and forms a gel, which looks milky. This is expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the smell on removal normal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA characteristic odour can occur when the gel is removed. It should go once the wound is cleaned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I see the wound through it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The dressing is transparent so the wound can be checked without lifting it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSafety and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterile and single use only. Do not use if the pouch is damaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeek medical advice if the wound shows signs of infection, does not improve, or becomes more painful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispose of used dressings with household waste; do not flush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of the reach and sight of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long can I leave it on?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Up to 7 days, depending on the wound. Change it sooner if exudate reaches near the edge of the dressing.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why has the dressing turned white or milky?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The hydrocolloid absorbs fluid and forms a gel, which looks milky. 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