Smith Nephew Iodosorb Cadexomer Iodine Gel for Wound Care
Advanced Cadexomer Iodine Gel for Effective Wound Debridement and Healing
Product Description
Smith Nephew Iodosorb Cadexomer Iodine Gel is an advanced wound care product designed to absorb slough, soft necrotic tissue, and exudate from wounds. The formula uses cadexomer beads that release 0.9% iodine for up to 72 hours, providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. This 3-in-1 mode of action kills bacteria, manages exudate, and debrides the wound bed, all in one application.
The gel creates a moist healing environment over the wound, which supports the body's natural healing process. As the beads absorb fluid and debris, the product changes color to white, indicating when it should be changed. This visual cue helps caregivers and patients know exactly when to reapply, making wound management more straightforward.
Iodosorb is non-adhesive, which helps reduce trauma during product changes and encourages patient compliance. By assisting in the reduction of bacterial load, the gel may help reduce associated pain and improve quality of life for patients. The accelerated healing rates observed with this product can lead to earlier patient discharges in clinical settings.
Key Features
- 3-in-1 Mode of Action – Kills bacteria, manages exudate, and debrides the wound bed in a single product.
- Sustained Iodine Release – Cadexomer beads release 0.9% iodine for up to 72 hours for continuous antimicrobial activity.
- Color-Change Indicator – The product turns white when it needs to be changed, taking the guesswork out of wound care.
- Moist Healing Environment – Gel formed over the wound promotes moist healing conditions that support tissue recovery.
- Non-Adhesive Formula – Reduces trauma during dressing changes, which can improve patient comfort and compliance.
- Supports Faster Healing – Accelerated healing rates can lead to earlier patient discharges in clinical settings.
Why Choose Smith Nephew Iodosorb
- Basic wound dressings and standard gauze can manage exudate to some degree, but they don't actively debride the wound bed or provide sustained antimicrobial action. Iodosorb combines these functions into one product, which can simplify wound care protocols and reduce the number of separate products needed.
- Compared to other iodine-based treatments, Iodosorb uses cadexomer bead technology that delivers a controlled, sustained release of iodine rather than a sudden burst. This controlled delivery means the antimicrobial activity lasts longer and is more consistent, which is important for managing wounds that require ongoing care.
- Because it is formulated for use in clinical and home care settings, Iodosorb is designed with both caregivers and patients in mind. It's a product that wound care professionals trust and that patients can use comfortably, as directed by their healthcare provider.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Smith and Nephew
- Product Name: Iodosorb Cadexomer Iodine Gel
- Manufacturer Model Number: 6602124014
- Weight: 10 grams
- Active Ingredient: 0.9% Iodine (Cadexomer)
- Iodine Release Duration: Up to 72 hours
- Product Type: Wound gel / dressing
- Application: Wound care for exudate management and debridement
- Color Change Indicator: Turns white when change is needed
- Adhesive: Non-adhesive
What's Included in the Package
- Options of 1, 4 and case of 12pack
