Cadexomer iodine gel

Cadexomer iodine is an antiseptic gel or ointment available over the counter (OTC) used to treat and prevent infection in minor burns, cuts

Iodosorb Cadexomer Iodine Ointment 10g tube. Iodosorb ointment is a sterile formulation of cadexomer iodine, When applied to the wound, Iodosorb cleans it

Iodosorb Cadexomer Iodine Gel cleans wounds by absorbing fluids, removing exudate, slough, and debris, and forming a gel on the wound surface. Iodine is released when the gel absorbs exudate, killing bacteria and changing color as the iodine is depleted. Iodosorb gel is a wound care product with dual action.

Antimicrobial Agent: Iodine - Cadexomer. Key Points. Broad spectrum, iodine-based, topical antimicrobial containing cadexomer (modified starch.

When the gel is allowed to swell in wound fluid a portion of the iodine is dissolved as free iodine into the surrounding media. If cadexomer iodine is placed

The cadexomer iodine gel helps tend to cuts, scrapes and burns, creating moist conditions for enhanced healing. Cadexomer iodine works to absorb fluids and extract exudate from inside the wound. In turn, the gel releases iodine in order to neutralize remaining bacteria and dead skin cells.

IODOSORB Cadexomer Iodine Gel Manufacturer: SMITH NEPHEW. View Full Image. Scroll to Top

The gel contains starchy microbeads made of cadexomer that are filled with iodine. The starchy beads slowly release iodine, which kills bacteria

How does Cadexomer Iodine work? Cadexomer Iodine is a uniquely formulated starch matrix formed into spherical, highly absorbent microbeads containing 0.9% elemental iodine. The Cadexomer is a 3D cross - linked polysaccharide starch matrix. The 0.9% iodine is physically bound to the Cadexomer matrix and is only released when it is required.