Cleansers, skin protectants and adhesive removers are used at almost every dressing change. They're inexpensive individually and easy to forget to reorder.
Wound cleansers
- Sterile saline in bottles, ampules or spray cans.
- Surfactant-based wound cleansers.
- Choose packaging that fits your workflow: single-use ampules for clinics, larger bottles for wound care rooms.
Skin protectants
- No-sting barrier films in wipes, wands or sprays protect skin around the wound from moisture and adhesives.
- Barrier creams and ointments.
- Skin protectants are especially useful with adhesive dressings that are changed often.
Adhesive removers
Removers in wipes or sprays make taking dressings off more comfortable, which matters for frequent changes and fragile skin.
Packaging that fits your workflow
Single-use ampules and spray cans reduce the risk of contamination and are convenient at the chair. Larger bottles can be economical in a dedicated wound care room, as long as they're dated when opened and discarded per the product's instructions.
Questions to ask your supplier
- Is it sterile, and in what packaging?
- What's the shelf life once opened?
- Is the barrier film no-sting?
- How many come per case?
Don't forget removers
Adhesive removers are easy to overlook. They make dressing changes more comfortable, especially for patients with fragile skin, and are inexpensive to stock.
Ordering tips
Bundle these with your dressing standing order so they never run out.
Frequently asked questions
Saline or a wound cleanser?
Both are used. Your protocols decide which is appropriate.
What is a no-sting barrier film?
A liquid protectant that forms a thin film on the skin, applied around the wound before adhesive dressings.
Can these be added to our dressing order?
Yes. Most clinics bundle them into one monthly standing order.
Do opened bottles of saline expire?
Follow the product's instructions. Many opened containers have a limited use period.
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This guide is general product and purchasing information for licensed healthcare businesses. It isn't medical, legal or regulatory advice. Follow your medical director's protocols and the manufacturer's instructions.