Smith & Nephew BACTIGRAS Medicated Paraffin Gauze Dressings soothes and protects the wound and allows free passage of viscous exudate. Bactigras is soothing and low-adherent and allows the wound to drain freely into an absorbent secondary dressing. Maintains shape, resists fraying. Reduces risk of infection. Suitable for minor burns, grazes, infected wounds.

Directions

Apply to wound. Use a HANDY bandage or LEUKO tape to hold a MELOLIN dressing over the BACTIGRAS to keep it in place. Change daily or more frequently if required.

Warnings

Store in cool (<25°C), dry, well-ventilated area away from strong oxidising agents.

Bactigras should not be used on more than 10% of the body area. Dermatitis, contact sensitivity or photosensitivity may rarely occur. Anaphylactic reaction to chlorhexidine has been reported, but is rare. Avoid contact with eyes, the middle ear, meninges and brain.

Bactigras is incompatible with soaps, other anionic materials, as well as potassium iodide. The use of Bactigras with oxidising wound cleaning agents should be avoided. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Always read the label. Follow the directions for use.