Smith & Nephew Acticoat Seven-Day Antimicrobial Barrier Wound Dressing, 4" x 5", Nanocrystalline Silver
4" x 5" Seven-Day Silver Barrier Dressing for Infected and At-Risk Wounds
Product Description
Managing infected or infection-prone wounds requires a dressing that delivers sustained antimicrobial protection without frequent, disruptive changes. Standard silver dressings may lose effectiveness quickly, requiring daily changes that can disturb the wound bed and increase discomfort. Patients and caregivers need a solution that provides rapid, long-lasting protection while supporting a moist healing environment
The Smith & Nephew Acticoat Seven-Day Antimicrobial Barrier Wound Dressing is designed to address these needs. This 4" x 5" sterile dressing features a five-layer construction with an absorbent rayon/polyester inner core sandwiched between three layers of silver-coated, low-adherent polyethylene net . The nanocrystalline silver coating rapidly kills a broad spectrum of bacteria in as little as 30 minutes, and the antimicrobial barrier remains effective for up to 7 days . The absorbent core helps maintain the moist environment optimal for wound healing
This Smith & Nephew dressing is designed for comfort and versatility. The low-adherent wound contact layer minimizes trauma and pain during dressing changes . The dressing is suitable for partial and full-thickness wounds including pressure ulcers, venous and diabetic ulcers, burns, and donor/graft sites . It can be cut to size for customized coverage and is latex-free . The dressing must be moistened with sterile water (not saline) before application to activate the silver release Each box contains 5
Features
- Nanocrystalline Silver Technology: Delivers rapid antimicrobial activity in as little as 30 minutes against a broad spectrum of bacteria, including MRSA and VRE .
- Up to 7-Day Antimicrobial Protection: The silver coating remains effective for up to 7 days, reducing the frequency of dressing changes .
- Five-Layer Construction: An absorbent rayon/polyester inner core sandwiched between three layers of silver-coated, low-adherent polyethylene net .
- Maintains Moist Wound Environment: The absorbent inner core helps maintain a moist environment at the wound surface to support healing .
- Low-Adherent and Comfortable: Designed for atraumatic, low-pain removal, minimizing trauma to delicate tissue .
- Versatile Application: Suitable for partial and full-thickness wounds including pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, burns, and donor/graft sites .
- Cut-to-Size Flexibility: Can be cut to accommodate various wound shapes and sizes .
- Sterile and Latex-Free: Suitable for sensitive patients
Why Choose Smith & Nephew
- Better than basic alternatives:
Unlike standard silver dressings that may require daily changes, the Acticoat Seven-Day dressing delivers sustained silver release for up to 7 days, providing longer-lasting protection and reducing disruption to the wound bed . The five-layer construction combines antimicrobial protection and absorbency in a single dressing. - Safer than chemical/medicated options:
This dressing provides a physical antimicrobial barrier through nanocrystalline silver without the use of topical antibiotics. The low-adherent polyethylene net is designed to minimize pain and trauma during removal, making it suitable for sensitive or compromised skin . - Better long-term value:
The extended wear time of up to 7 days helps reduce the frequency of dressing changes, which can lower supply costs and minimize disruption to patient care. The dressing can be cut to size, reducing waste and allowing for customized coverage. The sustained antimicrobial action supports a clean wound environment that may help reduce infection-related complications
