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Breathable¹ and waterproof² film dressing roll with a silicone adhesive.

OPSITE◊ FLEXIFIX GENTLE Roll is an easy-to-apply non sterile transparent film dressing with a gentle adhesive for fragile skin3,4. It is breathable1 and comfortable5,6 to wear, and will stay in place when showering.

Features

Choosing the right product

OPSITE FLEXIFIX GENTLE comes in 1-metre rolls and is available in two widths, depending on your requirements. All variations can be cut to size.

 Dressing Size Unit of Measure
 5cm x 1m 1 adhesive film roll
 10cm x 1m 1 adhesive film roll 


If you are unsure, please ask your pharmacist before purchase.

How to use OPSITE FLEXIFIX GENTLE

Step 1. Wash your hands before and after dealing with a wound. Gently clean the wound and surrounding skin, and dry thoroughly.
Step 2. Remove the blue tape and clear protector from the roll, and cut to the required length.
Step 3. Remove the protective liner from the film.
Step 4. Apply the film and smooth down on desired location.

Safety & Warnings

Caution should be exercised when using silicone adhesives to secure critical tubes and devices. Frequent monitoring is essential to ensure that proper securement is maintained. If reddening or sensitisation occur discontinue use and consult with a healthcare professional. If during the use of this device, you believe that a serious incident has occurred, please report it to the manufacturer and your competent authority. Do not use OPSITE Flexifix Gentle directly on open wounds.

Other suitable products

To help treat your wound, SOLOSITE Gel is suitable for use with the following products:

Wound dressings
OPSITE Flexigrid – film that breathes like skin.
OPSITE Post Op – waterproof film dressing.
PRIMAPORE – self-adhesive fabric dressing.
References

1. Smith & Nephew 2014.OPSITE Flexifix Gentle - Physical Testing. Internal Report. DS/14/004/R.

2. Smith & Nephew 2012.Project Lascaux - Comparative Waterproofness Testing. Internal Report. DS/12/199/R.

3. Hurd T, Gregory L, Jones A, Brown S. A multi-centre in-market evaluation of ALLEVYN Gentle Border. WOUNDS UK. 2009;5(3):32 - 44.

4. Rafter L, Reynolds T, Rafter M. An Audit of Patient Outcomes in the Management of Skin Tears Using Silicone Dressings. WOUNDS UK. 2016;12(2):70 - 78.

5. Vowden K, Moiemen N, Drysdale K. An Open, Prospective Randomised, Multi-Centre Clinical Evaluation of a Hydrocellular Silicone Foam dressing in the Management of Exuding Chronic and Acute Wounds. Paper presented at: EWMA; 2011; Brussels.

6. Smith & Nephew 2012.Assess the Fixation Properties of the FLEXIFIX Gentle Product in Conjunction with dressings and ADERMA. Internal Report. VE016.

7. Smith & Nephew 2009.Smith & Nephew FLEXIFIX - Bacterial Barrier. Internal Report. DS/09/062/R1.

8. Smith & Nephew 2008.ALLEVYN Gentle Border dressings assessment in terms of retention on thighs - HVT046. Internal Report. GMCA-DOF/04.

9. Smith & Nephew 2012.Usability study of Flexifix Gentle in comparison to Flexifix. Internal Report. W11429/R9.

10. Smith and Nephew 2012.Project Lascaux - Comparative Product Testing. Internal Report. DS/12/222/R.

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