How Does Acticoat Dressing Work

ACTICOAT destroys bacteria within the dressing and at the wound site. The antimicrobial barrier remains effective for up to 3 days,5 increasing convenience for patient and caregiver.

How do you use Acticoat dressing?

  1. Clean and dry your wound with soap and water.
  2. Remove the Acticoat from the package.
  3. Use a clean pair of scissors to cut the Acticoat dressing to fit the shape of your burn or wound.
  4. Wet the Acticoat with sterile water (do not use normal saline).
  5. Place the Acticoat on the wound surface.

Does Acticoat need to be wet?

Acticoat is an anti-microbial barrier dressing used to prevent infection and aid the healing of burns and wounds. It works by forming a protective barrier over a wound, killing bacteria and keeping the surface of the wound moist. It is important that the dressing is kept moist.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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