Smith & Nephew Acticoat Antimicrobial Barrier Burn Dressing with Nanocrystalline Silver, 4" x 8"
4" x 8" Silver Barrier Dressing for Burn and Acute Wound Protection
Product Description
Managing burns and acute wounds at risk of infection requires a dressing that provides a reliable antimicrobial barrier while supporting a moist healing environment. Traditional silver dressings may release silver unevenly, require frequent changes, or adhere to the wound bed, causing discomfort during removal. Patients and caregivers need a solution that delivers sustained protection without compromising comfort or wound care routines
The Smith & Nephew Acticoat Antimicrobial Barrier Burn Dressing is designed to address these needs. This 4" x 8" sterile dressing features a three-layer construction: an absorbent rayon/polyester inner core sandwiched between outer layers of silver-coated, low-adherent polyethylene net . The nanocrystalline silver coating delivers antimicrobial barrier activity within 30 minutes, helping protect the wound site from bacterial colonization while the inner core helps maintain a moist wound environment . The antimicrobial barrier properties remain effective for a minimum of 3 days, supporting extended wear
This Smith & Nephew dressing is designed for comfort and versatility. The low-adherent construction makes removal easier and less painful compared to traditional dressings, helping to minimize trauma to delicate wound tissue . The dressing is suitable for partial and full-thickness burns, pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and donor/graft sites . It can be cut to size to accommodate various wound shapes and sizes. Each box contains 12 individually wrapped sterile dressings
Features
- Nanocrystalline Silver Technology: Delivers antimicrobial barrier activity within 30 minutes, helping protect the wound site from bacterial colonization .
- Sustained Antimicrobial Protection: The barrier properties remain effective for a minimum of 3 days, supporting extended wear and reducing the frequency of dressing changes .
- Three-Layer Construction: An absorbent rayon/polyester inner core sandwiched between outer 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, supporting the natural healing process .
- Low-Adherent and Comfortable: Designed for easier, less painful removal compared to traditional dressings, minimizing trauma to delicate tissue .
- Versatile Application: Suitable for partial and full-thickness burns, pressure ulcers, venous ulcers, diabetic ulcers, and donor/graft sites .
- Cut-to-Size Flexibility: Can be cut to accommodate various wound shapes and sizes for customized coverage.
- Sterile and Individually Wrapped: Each dressing is sterile and individually packaged for hygiene and convenience
Why Choose Smith & Nephew
- Better than basic alternatives:
Unlike standard silver dressings that may release silver inconsistently or require daily changes, the Acticoat dressing features nanocrystalline silver technology that delivers a sustained release of silver at a consistent concentration to remain bactericidal . The three-layer construction provides both antimicrobial protection and absorbency in a single dressing, simplifying wound care. - Safer than chemical/medicated options:
This dressing provides a physical antimicrobial barrier through silver ions without the use of topical antibiotics or ointments that may cause skin reactions. 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 3 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 the risk of infection-related complications.
