Mepilex Lite 20x50 cm: Gentle Care for Fragile Skin

Mepilex Lite 20x50 cm is an advanced, thin, and highly conformable foam dressing specifically designed for managing low-exuding wounds and protecting fragile skin. Leveraging Molnlycke's proprietary Safetac technology, this dressing minimizes pain and trauma during removal, ensuring a gentle and comfortable experience for the patient. It creates an optimal moist wound healing environment, which is crucial for effective recovery.

This versatile dressing can be easily cut to fit various wound shapes and sizes, making it ideal for difficult-to-dress areas. Mepilex Lite is suitable for use under compression bandages, offering flexibility in treatment protocols. Its soft silicone adhesive layer ensures secure yet gentle adherence, preventing damage to the wound bed and surrounding skin upon removal.

Benefits of Use

• Minimizes pain and trauma during dressing changes due to Safetac technology.
• Highly conformable and flexible, adapting to body contours and joint movements.
• Gentle on fragile and compromised skin, reducing the risk of skin stripping.
• Promotes an optimal moist wound healing environment.
• Can be cut to size for versatile application on various wound shapes.
• Suitable for use under compression therapy.
• Water-resistant outer film allows for showering without affecting the dressing.
• Low friction and soft texture enhance patient comfort.

How to Use

1. Cleanse the wound thoroughly according to standard clinical practice or as directed by a healthcare professional.
2. Gently dry the skin around the wound area before applying the dressing.
3. Remove the release film from the adhesive side of the Mepilex Lite dressing.
4. Apply the adhesive side to the wound, ensuring the dressing overlaps the wound margins by at least 2 cm for optimal adherence.
5. Do not stretch the dressing during application.
6. If necessary, secure Mepilex Lite with a secondary dressing or retention bandage, especially when used under compression.
7. Change the dressing when clinically indicated, typically when exudate reaches the edges of the dressing, or as advised by a healthcare professional.

Caution & Warnings

• Do not use Mepilex Lite on individuals with known hypersensitivity to the dressing or its components.
• Do not reuse or resterilize the dressing. Single-use only.
• Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• If signs of infection (e.g., fever, increased pain, redness, swelling, unusual odor or discharge) occur, consult a healthcare professional immediately.
• Always follow the advice of a healthcare professional regarding wound care and dressing changes.

Ingredients

Mepilex Lite consists of a soft silicone Safetac wound contact layer, a thin, highly conformable polyurethane foam pad, and a breathable, transparent outer film backing.

Product Details

• Product Type: Thin Foam Dressing
• Technology: Safetac technology
• Size: 20 x 50 cm
• Indication: Low-exuding wounds and fragile skin
• Manufacturer: Molnlycke Health Care AB