Paraffin gauze dressing consists of a leno-weave fabric of cotton or cotton and viscose, which has been impregnated with yellow soft paraffin. The dressing is used as a primary wound contact layer and the paraffin is present to reduce the adherence of the product to the surface of a granulating wound. Two formulations of Paraffin Gauze Dressing are described in the British Pharmacopoeia: they differ in the weight of paraffin base present on the gauze.

Indications:

Paraffin gauze dressing is used as a primary wound contact layer in the treatment of burns, ulcers, skin grafts (both donor and receptor sites), and a variety of traumatic injuries.

Contra-indications:

Although there are no absolute contra-indications to the use of paraffin gauze dressing, if the dressing is placed upon a heavily exuding wound its semi-occlusive nature may cause tissue maceration by preventing the free movement of exudates away from the surface of the wound. This is less likely to occur than if a dressing bearing the higher loading of paraffin were to be used.

Method of use:

Paraffin gauze dressing is applied directly to the surface of the wound and covered with an absorbent pad held in place with tape or a bandage, as appropriate.

Frequency of Change:

The frequency of dressings changes will depend entirely upon the nature of the wound. If paraffin gauze dressing is left in position for prolonged periods of time, it can become adherent and cause tissue damage upon removal.

Presentation:

Pack Shot paraffin gauze is presented individually wrapped in a paper/Aluminum pouch, sterilized by irradiation.

Storage:

Paraffin gauze dressing should be stored in a cool place.

Sizes:

10 cm × 10 cm

Package: 36pcs/tin  50pcs/tin

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