ALLEVYN LIFE◊ Silicone Foam Dressing

ALLEVYN LIFE◊ is ideal for those with sensitive skin or who have minor burns or skin tears. ALLEVYN LIFE◊ Silicone Dressing has 5 layers^3-5, which are comfortable, highly absorbent^6,7 and conforms to awkward parts of the body^8,5. ALLEVYN LIFE◊ Silicone Dressing offers up to 7 day wear time^9-11. It is showerproof¹⁰ and has a change indicator that lets you know when dressing changes are needed^5,8,17.

ALLEVYN LIFE dressings are available in a variety of sizes, depending on your wound requirements.

Size	Unit of Measure
Small: 10.3cm x 10.3cm	2 small dressings
Medium: 12.9cm x 12.9cm	2 small dressings
Large: 15.4cm x 15.4cm	2 small dressings
Extra Large: 21cm x 21cm	2 small dressings

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

Step 1. Wash hands before and after treating the wound. Gently clean the wound and the surrounding skin.
Step 2. Prepare and clean the skin surrounding the wound area by removing excess moisture. Any excess hair close to the wound should be clipped.
Step 3. Open the pouch by peeling apart the flaps on the pouch paper. Remove the ALLEVYN LIFE◊ Silicone Dressing. Remove one side of the backing sheet from the dressing. Place the adhesive side of the dressing to the skin. Smooth the dressing over the wound ensuring there are no creases.
Step 4. Remove the remaining backing sheet and smooth the dressing over the remainder of the wound without stretching the dressing. The silicone gel adhesive must be adhered across the entire surface of the wound.

When to change your dressing
At 75%, it’s time to change your dressing.

Do not use if pouch is opened or damaged. Keep away from sunlight. Store in a dry place (<25°C). For single use only.

Precautions

• Do not cut the absorbent pad as internal dressing components may contaminate the wound leading to delayed healing.
• Do not immerse the dressing in water.
• Do not use with oxidising agents such as hypochlorite solutions (e.g. EUSOL) or hydrogen peroxide as these can reduce the absorbency of the dressing.
• If reddening or sensitisation occurs discontinue use.
• The use of ALLEVYN™ LIFE as part of a prophylactic pressure ulcer prevention therapy, does not preclude the need to continue to develop and follow a comprehensive pressure ulcer prevention protocol (e.g. regular turning, appropriate mattress and skin care).
• Single use only, if used on more than one patient cross contamination or infection may occur.
• Once opened, do not retain unused dressings for application at a later date.
• If used on infected wounds, the infection should be inspected and treated as per local clinical protocol.

To help treat your wound, ALLEVYN LIFE dressings are suitable for use with the following products:

To protect and hydrate your skin
SOLOSITE – cool, soothe, and hydrate your skin.