Journal of Wound Care
For UK audiences

The comprehensive guide to wound product selection

Products

Kliniderm Superabsorbent
Mediq

Kliniderm Superabsorbent

A superabsorbent dressing comprising of four layers; a hydrophilic wound contact layer, an intermediate layer, a superabsorbent inner core and a fluid repellent backing layer. The superabsorbent inner core locks in exudate, bacteria and matrix metalloproteinases. Contains no glues, adhesives or latex. Effective under compression.
Knit-Band
CliniSupplies

Knit-Band

Lightweight knitted polyamide and cellulose contour bandage, knitted BP 1988
Knitted Conforming Bandage 4264
IMS Euro

Knitted Conforming Bandage 4264

Type 2, two-way stretch, elastic, knitted conforming bandage. Available with and without fastening, and as non-sterile or sterile.
Ko-Flex
Urgo Medical

Ko-Flex

A water-resistant, vapour-permeable, knitted fabric consisting of cotton, acrylic and elastomeric fibres. The fabric is coated with particles of natural latex, which makes it cohesive and enables it to stick to itself. A type 3a bandage.
KytoCel
Creed Health

KytoCel

Highly absorbent, conformable, gelling dressing composed of natural, biodegradable, acylated chitosan fibers. Chitosan dressing fibres bond with wound exudate, transforming to form a clear gel that locks away large volumes of fluid and wound pathogens. It is naturally haemostatic and antimicrobial.
L-Mesitran Border
Mediq

L-Mesitran Border

Hydroactive, low-adherent, antibacterial honey-containing dressing with an adhesive film border. This sterile, semipermeable dressing contains 30% honey, as well as an acrylic polymer gel and water, and a polyurethane film backing. The honey-hydrogel pad rehydrates dry tissue and absorbs low levels of exudate.
L-Mesitran Hydro
Mediq

L-Mesitran Hydro

Hydroactive, low-adherent, honey-containing dressing. Sterile, semipermeable dressing contains 30% honey, acrylic polymer gel and water, with polyurethane film backing. Honey-hydrogel pad donates moisture to rehydrate dry tissue and absorbs low to moderate levels of exudate.
L-Mesitran Ointment
Mediq

L-Mesitran Ointment

Antibacterial ointment with 48% medical-grade honey, containing medical-grade hypoallergenic lanolin (Medilan), sunflower oil, cod liver oil, Calendula officinalis, Aloe barbadensis, vitamins C and E, and zinc oxide. Single-patient multi-use.
L-Mesitran Soft
Mediq

L-Mesitran Soft

Antibacterial gel containing 40% medical-grade honey, medical-grade hypoallergenic lanolin (Medilan), propylene glycol, PEG 4000 and vitamins C and E. Designed for patients with sensitivity to honey (has a reduced honey content). Single-patient multi-use.
LBF Barrier Cream
CliniMed

LBF Barrier Cream

Formulated to provide an effective, breathable barrier for intact skin from bodily fluids such as faeces and urine. Moisturises the skin and helps to maintain skin integrity. Will not affect the absorbency of incontinence pads or the adhesion of dressings or adhesive appliances. It is highly concentrated, and small amounts of cream will cover a large skin area.