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Description
Kemagel® Ag is silver containing amorphous hydrogel with a unique match of hydrating and absorbing properties, providing the optimum environment for wound healing.
Kemagel® Ag gently rehydrates necrotic tissue facilitating autolytic debridement and moist wound healing, Kemagel® Ag will rehydrate when needed and absorb debris and exudate when needed. It contains silver which has antimicrobial activity against wide range of microorganisms.
Features
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- Release of antimicrobial silver: Kemagel® Ag contains a Metallic silver which have a structure composed of silver particles supported throughout a matrix of amorphous silicon dioxide. These silver particles are found on the surface of silica and also embedded throughout the silica structure. The metallic silver particles act as a reservoir for control the release of silver ions (Ag+) that are the active agent against bacteria. The presence of both surface and embedded silver particles gives the material a combination of immediate antimicrobial activity combined with long-term durability.
- Broad spectrum antimicrobial activity: due to the dispersion of silver particles inside the gel matrix, it prevents colonization of bacteria at the wound site. Kemagel® Ag functions as a long-lasting, antimicrobial barrier by inhibiting the growth of wide spectrum of microorganisms including Gram-negative bacteria such as Escherichiacoli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa; Gram-positive bacteria suchas Staphylococcus aureus, MRSA and VRE; and fungi such as Aspergillus niger and Penicillium nigricans. So it help to manage the wound site bioburden and provide continues antimicrobial activity.
- Having double action, where it can be used over dry and wet wounds:
- Hydrogel Effect in case of dry wound:
Where Kemagel® Ag rehydrates the dry wound and promotes the dissolution of necrotic tissue, facilitating fast and effective debridement.
- Hydrocolloid effect in case of wet wound:
Where Kemagel® Ag absorbs dissolved necrosis, slough and excessive exudates from the wound.
The good absorption properties reduce the risk of leakage and maceration.
- Debriding action: Kemagel® Ag rehydrates necrotic tissue and aids debridement.
- Desloughing action: Kemagel® Ag absorbs slough and exudate without damaging fragile granulation tissue.
- Creates moist wound healing environment: Kemagel® Ag helps to create an optimal moist wound management environment which promotes healing, reduces the likelihood of scarring and helps soothe pain.
- Stable and counteract leakage and maceration: The viscous texture of the gel makes it stay in place, and even after absorption of debris and exudate the gel will remain cohesive and counteract leakage and maceration.
- Easy to remove: The gel is easy to remove due to high cohesion even after absorption of debris and exudate.
Spoiler title
- Kemagel® Ag is used to create a moist wound environment for the treatment of minor conditions such as minor burns, superficial lacerations, cuts and abrasions (partial thickness wounds) and skin tears.
- Kemagel® Ag creates moist wound environment which assists in autolytic debridement of wounds covered with necrotic tissues.
- Under the direction of a healthcare professional, Kemagel® Ag is used to create a moist wound environment for the management of:
-Venous ulcers (leg ulcers)
-Surgical incisions
-Diabetic foot ulcers
-Pressure ulcers (including stage IV)
Precautions and Warnings
- May be used on patients with local and systemic infections under the discretion of a healthcare professional.
- In case of allergic reactions, please discontinue use directly and consult your doctor.
- Sterile single use medical device. Reuse imposes risk of infection.
- Don’t use for Individuals with a known sensitivity to silver or any of the gel components.
- Experience is limited with newly born, infants and during pregnancy.
- If packaging is broken do not use or re-sterilize product.
- For external use only.
- Do not use Kemagel® Ag on extensive weeping wound unless recommended by your doctor.
- Kemagel® Ag should be used with care in the vicinity of the eyes and in deep wounds with narrow openings (e.g. fistulas) where removal of the gel may be difficult.
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How To Use
- Wash hands before and after treating the wound.
- Irrigate wound with sterile saline solution to clean wound site.
- Gently dry the skin around the wound.
- The wound should not be filled to a higher level than the surrounding skin.
- Keep the nozzle tip clear of the wound surface; gently press the tube to dispense gel into the wound.
- Discard any unused gel.
- Cover with a secondary dressing:
- For low to medium exuding wounds: Choose a hydrocolloid as a secondary dressing, e.g. Pharmacoll® Comfort or Pharmacoll® Comfort Plus.
- For medium to highly exuding wounds: Choose a highly absorbent and highly permeable dressing to cover, e.g. ESPUMA® Comfort or ESPUMA® Comfort Plus.
- For slightly or non-exuding wounds: a film dressing could be used, e.g. Protectfilm®.
- The gel can be removed from the wound by rinsing with physiological saline or tap water.
- For minor wounds (e.g. grazes, cuts) and superficial burns:
- Carefully apply the gel to the wound (without rubbing) once or twice per day.
- If necessary, cover the wound with a sterile plaster or dressing and change daily.
- The gel can be removed simply and painlessly with wet gauze.
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Sizes & Codes
Product |
Code |
Size |
Pleces / Case |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Sachet |
Gel Ag S 6 |
6 gm |
1000 |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Tube |
Gel Ag T15 |
15 gm |
48 |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Tube |
Gel Ag T20 |
20 gm |
48 |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Tube |
Gel Ag T25 |
25 gm |
48 |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Tube |
Gel Ag T30 |
30 gm |
48 |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Tube |
Gel Ag T50 |
50 gm |
24 |
Kemagel Ag amorphous Tube |
Gel Ag T75 |
75 gm |
24 |
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