CE Marked sterile Class I medical device under European medical device regulations.
Manufactured in the European Community under an appropriate medical device quality management system (e.g. ISO 13485) as implemented by Mölnlycke Health Care.
CE Marked sterile Class I medical device under European medical device regulations.
Manufactured in the European Community under an appropriate medical device quality management system (e.g. ISO 13485) as implemented by Mölnlycke Health Care.
Self-adhesive absorbent dressing
Description
Mepore is a sterile, self-adhesive and absorbent island dressing designed for low to moderately exuding wounds. The 7cm x 8cm size (REF 670700) consists of a soft, elastic, nonwoven Sontara® polyester backing coated with a skin-friendly, water-based, solvent-free polyacrylate adhesive, and an absorbent viscose wound pad with a low-adherent polyolefin contact layer. The porous nonwoven structure allows air and water vapour permeability while providing a barrier to blood and fluid strike-through. Rounded corners, an easy-to-remove overlapping two-part release liner and flexible construction make the dressing simple to apply and comfortable to wear, conforming well to body contours. This presentation is a box of 55 individually wrapped, sterile dressings.
Bnefits
Self-adhesive, absorbent island dressing designed for low to moderately exuding wounds such as surgical incisions, minor burns, cuts and abrasions.
Soft, elastic nonwoven Sontara® polyester backing with high breathability helps reduce the risk of maceration and improves patient comfort.
Skin-friendly, water-based, solvent-free polyacrylate adhesive provides gentle yet secure fixation, suitable for many patients including those with relatively sensitive skin.
Absorbent viscose wound pad with a low-adherent contact layer minimises trauma and pain at dressing changes while maintaining a moist wound environment.
Porous backing structure is air and water vapour permeable, while remaining non-absorbent to provide a barrier against blood and fluid strike-through.
Rounded corners and a flexible construction allow the dressing to conform to body contours and reduce the risk of edge lift or rolling.
Two-part overlapping release liner enables easy, aseptic application and accurate positioning, even when wearing gloves.
Sterile, individually wrapped dressings support good infection-control practice in clinical and outpatient settings.
Widely available size (7cm x 8cm) suitable for many small post-operative wounds and superficial injuries.
Indications
Primary dressing for low to moderately exuding wounds such as surgical incisions and post-operative wounds.
Management of minor burns, cuts, abrasions, lacerations and superficial traumatic wounds.
Conventional self-adhesive island dressing formulation combining an absorbent central pad with an adhesive nonwoven border.
Porous, non-absorbent Sontara® polyester nonwoven backing formulated to be flexible, air and water vapour permeable while acting as a barrier to external fluids and contaminants.
Absorbent viscose pad formulated to handle low to moderate exudate and support moist wound healing conditions.
Low-adherent polyolefin contact surface on the pad formulated to minimise adherence to the wound bed and reduce trauma at removal.
Water-based polyacrylate adhesive formulated for skin-friendliness, providing secure fixation while reducing the risk of skin irritation associated with solvent-based systems.
Two-part overlapping release liner system designed to support aseptic, controlled application and reduce handling of the adhesive surface.
Packaging
Box containing 55 sterile Mepore dressings, each of size 7cm x 8cm.
Each dressing supplied in an individual peel-open sterile pouch for single use.
Outer carton labelled with product name, size, quantity, REF 670700, lot number, expiry date, sterility and single-use symbols and manufacturer details.
Pack and transport cartons designed to protect the dressings from dust, moisture and physical damage during storage and shipment.
Usage
Prepare the wound according to local clinical protocols: clean the wound, irrigate if necessary and ensure the surrounding skin is dry and intact.
Allow any antiseptics or cleansing solutions to dry; avoid leaving creams, gels or ointments on the skin where the adhesive border will be applied, as these may impair adhesion.
Open the sterile pouch and remove the Mepore dressing using aseptic technique, avoiding unnecessary contact with the absorbent pad and adhesive border.
Grip both overlapping sections of the release paper and peel back one part to expose a portion of the adhesive surface.
Position the central absorbent pad directly over the wound, ensuring full coverage, and fix the first exposed adhesive area to the surrounding skin.
Remove the remaining release paper while gently smoothing the dressing onto the skin without stretching the backing; press around the adhesive border to ensure secure fixation.
Do not stretch the dressing during application to minimise shear forces and reduce the risk of skin damage, particularly on fragile skin or over joints.
Inspect the dressing regularly; change the dressing according to the condition of the wound, local guidelines, and when exudate approaches the edge of the pad or if strike-through is observed.
To remove, gently lift one corner of the dressing and slowly peel it back in the direction of hair growth while supporting the surrounding skin to limit discomfort and trauma.
Single use only: do not re-sterilise or reuse. Dispose of used dressings in accordance with local clinical waste procedures.
Contraindications
Do not use on patients with a known sensitivity or allergy to acrylic/polyacrylate adhesives, polyester, viscose, polyolefin or any component of the dressing.
Not recommended for use on very fragile or easily damaged skin without careful clinical consideration, as adhesive removal may cause skin trauma.
Not suitable as the sole treatment for heavily exuding, infected, deep or cavity wounds without additional appropriate wound management.
Do not use as a primary dressing on full-thickness burns or wounds with exposed bone, tendon or muscle unless under specialist supervision.
Do not reuse single-use sterile dressings; reuse may increase risk of infection and reduce product performance.
Adverse Effects
Local skin reactions such as redness, itching, rash, irritation or maceration may occur, particularly in patients with sensitive or fragile skin.
Allergic contact dermatitis or hypersensitivity reactions to the adhesive or other dressing components are possible but uncommon.
Excessive moisture or infrequent dressing changes may contribute to maceration of the peri-wound skin.
If the pad adheres to the wound due to drying of exudate, removal may cause pain or minor trauma to the wound bed.
If signs of infection (increased pain, redness, swelling, warmth, malodour or unusual exudate) appear, the wound and dressing regimen should be reviewed by a healthcare professional.
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight and sources of excessive heat.
Keep dressings in their original packaging until use to maintain sterility and protect from contamination and physical damage.
Avoid storing in areas of high humidity or where packaging may become wet or damaged.
Do not use after the expiry date printed on the box and individual packs.
Do not use if the sterile barrier (inner pouch) is opened, torn or otherwise compromised before use.
Duration
Determined by wound type, exudate level and clinical assessment; Mepore dressings may typically be worn for up to several days on low to moderately exuding wounds, with dressing changes guided by exudate level and local protocols.
Onset
Immediate upon correct application, providing absorption of exudate, protection of the wound and secure fixation as soon as the dressing is in place.
