{"product_id":"3m-nexcare-tegaderm-transparent-dressing-6-03-x-6-98cm-8-pack","title":"3M Nexcare Tegaderm Transparent Dressing 6.03 x 6.98cm 8 Pack","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-section=\"summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3M Nexcare Tegaderm Transparent Dressing 6.03 x 6.98cm 8 Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sterile film dressing that protects minor burns, cuts, scrapes, blisters and abrasions from water, dirt and germs. Its breathable, transparent material lets you check the wound without removing the dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-section=\"overview\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used as a secondary dressing over alginate, hydrogel or gauze dressings. It can also dress and secure IV lines, catheters or other tubing under a healthcare professional's direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-section=\"key_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe waterproof film allows showering and bathing with the dressing in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparent material keeps the wound visible for checks without lifting the dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe breathable film lets moisture escape and oxygen pass through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible material follows body movement for comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-section=\"features_materials\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eProduct Features and Materials\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThin, sterile film dressings. Hypoallergenic and not made with natural rubber latex.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-section=\"how_to_use\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands, then thoroughly clean and dry the wound and surrounding skin. Remove soap residue and lotion before application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeel the printed liner away from the paper-framed dressing to expose the adhesive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the dressing over the wound, leaving at least a 2.54cm border around it. Do not stretch the dressing during application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress around the frame, then remove the paper frame while smoothing the edges. Press firmly, particularly around the edges, to secure the dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the wound or catheter site at least once a day without removing the dressing. Leave it in place for no more than 7 days, and change it sooner if it leaks, loses adhesion or new skin covers the wound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor catheter use under a healthcare professional's direction, centre the dressing over the puncture site and press it into place while removing the paper frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo remove, support the surrounding skin and slowly peel the dressing back over itself in the direction of hair growth. Keep it close to the skin rather than pulling upwards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-section=\"caution_storage\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCaution \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply to dirty, contaminated, bleeding, infected or puncture wounds. Stop any bleeding before application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply over a rash or use when there are signs of infection, such as fever, pain, redness or swelling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use the dressing as a substitute for stitches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use medications, injections or lotions beneath the dressing unless a healthcare professional directs you to do so. They may interfere with adhesion and irritate the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not stretch the dressing during application, as this can injure the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovering a drug-delivery patch with this dressing may increase drug absorption and the risk of overdose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not reuse, as reuse increases the risk of infection. Use sterile dressings when combining dressings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContact a healthcare professional if itching, burning, a rash, fever, pain, redness or swelling develops. Report a strong wound odour, which may indicate infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterility is maintained only while the individual wrapper remains unopened and undamaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry place and check the expiry date on the packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"3M","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29045241839650,"sku":"3721","price":172.95,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1729\/8739\/files\/3m-nexcare-tegaderm-transparent-dressing-6-03-x-6-98cm-8-pack-3721-01-be3d92c39bd8.jpg?v=1793361144","url":"https:\/\/med365.co.za\/products\/3m-nexcare-tegaderm-transparent-dressing-6-03-x-6-98cm-8-pack","provider":"Med365","version":"1.0","type":"link"}