Xeroform dressings are a type of medical wound dressings that are infused with 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate in a petrolatum or oil emulsion base. Their antiseptic and antibacterial properties help protect the wound from infections. They can be used over a wide range of wound types, including open wounds, lacerations, burns, surgical incisions, skin grafts, etc. Xeroform gauzes are particularly useful as non-adherent dressings that do not stick to the wound and allow for trauma-free dressing removal.
Features of Xeroform Dressings
· Contain 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate to provide bacteriostatic properties
· Antibiotic agent speeds up the process of recovery by stopping the bacteria from reproducing
· Non-adherent properties of Xeroform dressings cause minimal trauma to both the wound bed and patients
· Provide a moist wound environment which is conducive to wound healing
· Made up of fine, soft and conformable gauze
· Bismuth Tribromophenate works as a deodorizing agent
· Protect the tissue while promoting healing
· Latex-free
How to change your Xeroform Bandage?
1. Collect all the supplies like antibiotic ointment, Xeroform gauze, tape, etc., which will be required to dress your wound.
2. Make sure that you wash your hands before and after dressing the wound.
3. If required, apply an antibiotic ointment on your wound.
4. Then cut appropriate length strips of Xeroform dressing and gently place them over the targeted area.
5. While applying the dressing, try to limit its application on the healthy skin. An overlap of about one inch on to healthy skin is good enough in case your dressing shifts as you move about.
6. To protect the Xeroform gauze dressing, wrap it with a roll of dry gauze.
7. While wrapping arms or legs, start from the outermost end and wrap upward towards the body. For example, start at the fingers and work towards the shoulder or start at the toes and wrap upward towards the knee.
8. Secure it with a tape if required.
9. You can further secure your dressing with the help of snug fitting clothing.
10. If your dressing shifts and wound areas become exposed, reinforce the dressing and reapply augment if needed.
