Description

Solventum (Formerly 3M) ADAPTIC Non-Adhering Dressing

3M Health Care is now Solventum. The same products you know and trust, now under a new brand.

ADAPTIC™ is a primary wound contact layer made of knitted cellulose acetate with a woven mesh structure impregnated with petrolatum emulsion, allowing easy removal whilst minimizing pain at dressing changes. Its specialty is absorbing fluid into a secondary dressing, reducing the risk of exudate pooling and maceration.

What is ADAPTIC Gauze?

ADAPTIC Non-Adhering Dressing is a primary dressing made of knitted cellulose acetate mesh, impregnated with a specially formulated petrolatum emulsion. This unique ADAPTIC gauze is designed to minimize pain and maceration in a wound while providing secure protection. Being completely cuttable, you have the ability to personally size your own dressing without fear of unraveling or shredding.

ADAPTIC Non-Adhering dressing can be used with compression therapy techniques under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Uses

ADAPTIC Dressing is indicated for dry to highly exuding wounds when it is important to prevent the adherence of the dressing.

ADAPTIC Dressing can be used for a wide range of wound types:

• First- and second-degree burns
• Abrasions
• Grafts
• Venous ulcers
• Pressure injuries
• Nail extractions
• Eczema
• Staples
• Surgical incisions
• Lacerations
• Reconstructive procedures
• Suture lines
• Decubitus ulcers

How to Use Solventum (Formerly 3M)™ ADAPTIC™ Non-Adhering Dressing

1. Select a size of ADAPTIC dressing that is larger than the wound.
2. Prepare the wound according to your wound management protocol. Ensure the skin surrounding the wound is dry.
3. If needed, cut the dressing with sterile scissors to the size of the wound.
4. Place ADAPTIC directly over the wound using surgical tongs or forceps. Smooth into place around the wound.
5. If more than one dressing is required, ensure the dressings overlap to avoid the secondary dressing adhering to the wound. Overlap should be minimized to prevent occlusion of holes.
6. Cover ADAPTIC dressing with a secondary dressing. Choose your secondary dressing based on the level of exudate. Apply a secondary cover or retention/compression bandage.
7. Dressing change frequency is dictated by good wound care practice and will depend on the condition of the wound. ADAPTIC Non-Adhering Dressing may be left in place for several days depending on the amount of exudate.