The 3M 1628 Tegaderm Transparent Dressing is a versatile and easy-to-apply solution for a variety of clinical situations. It can be used to protect I.V. sites, enhance wound healing, prevent skin breakdown, and protect clean, closed surgical incisions. This dressing is made of a thin film backing with a non-latex, hypoallergenic adhesive and is notched and reinforced with soft cloth tape to provide a better seal around catheters and other devices.
Tegaderm dressing is breathable, allowing good oxygen and moisture vapor exchange. It is also waterproof and impermeable to liquids, bacteria, and viruses, providing a sterile barrier to external contaminants. The dressing’s transparency allows for continuous visibility to the I.V. insertion site, and its gentle adhesive is kind to the skin.
This dressing is also versatile, available in many sizes, shapes, and application styles to meet a wide variety of needs. Its unique “picture-frame” delivery system allows for precise and secure placement every time, and the dressing can be tailored for special applications.
Tegaderm dressings are also comfortable for patients to wear, flexing with the skin to prevent stress when the patient moves. They seal in natural wound fluid to maintain a moist environment, enhancing the healing process and reducing pain caused by wound dehydration.
The 3M 1628 Tegaderm Transparent Dressing measures 6″x8″ and comes in a box of 10, with 8 boxes per case. It is hypoallergenic, sterile, and designed for easy application and removal.