Sorbalgon®

• Calcium alginate dressing designed to quickly absorb wound exudate
• Dressing is highly absorbent and forms a gel as wound exudate is absorb
• Holds together wet or dry for easy and intact removal
• Dressing made from natural materials and is biodegradeable
• Dressing is sterile and can remain in place for up to 7 days

How to apply:

• Debride when necessary and irrigate wound site in accordance with standard protocols. Remove excess solution from surrounding skin.
• Choose the appropriate size dressing to cover the wound. Dressing may be cut if necessary.
• Cover and secure with a non-occlusive secondary dressing.
• As wound exudate is absorbed, the alginate forms a gel, which assists in maintaining a moist environment and allows for intact removal.
• Dressing change frequency will depend on wound condition and level of exudate.
• Reapply when secondary dressing has reached its absorbency capacity or per clinical protocol
• Dressing is intended for use for up to 7 days.

How to remove:

• Gently remove the secondary dressing.
• If the wound appears dry, saturate the dressing with sterile saline prior to removal.
• Gently remove the dressing from the wound bed and discard.