3M Nexcare Tegaderm Waterproof Transparent Dressing (10cm x 12cm)

3M Nexcare Tegaderm Waterproof Transparent Dressing (10cm x 12cm) contains Transparent polyurethane film and Medical-grade hypoallergenic adhesive and is presented as a healthcare product. It is supplied in a pack size of 4s.

It is classified as an over-the-counter (OTC) medicine, so no prescription is needed to order it. Under Malaysian rules for medicine information, this page carries product, safety and handling information only.

You can consult a doctor or pharmacist online on DoctorOnCall about this product before or after you order. Every order is checked by a registered pharmacist before it is delivered. Always read the label and the leaflet supplied with the pack.

Clean and dry the surrounding skin thoroughly before application, as the adhesive bonds best to a dry surface. Remove the backing without touching the adhesive underside, position the dressing so it fully covers the intended area with a margin of clear skin around the edge, and smooth it down from the centre outward to avoid trapping air bubbles or wrinkles, without stretching the film as you apply it.

Leave the dressing in place for up to around 7 days per manufacturer guidance, or change it sooner if it lifts, leaks, or becomes visibly soiled. To remove, lift one corner and gently stretch the film sideways, parallel to the skin, rather than pulling it straight upward, which reduces pulling on the skin underneath.

Not applicable — this is a medical device, not a medicine requiring dosing.

Use each dressing before the expiry date printed on the box. An unopened pack stored correctly should remain usable up to that date, but an opened or damaged dressing should not be kept for later use.

Store the pack flat in its original packaging, in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excess heat. Keep out of the reach of children.

• Common: Mild redness or irritation at the adhesive border, particularly with extended wear or on sensitive skin.
• Common: Slight skin marking after the dressing is removed.
• Serious: Signs of an adhesive allergy such as spreading redness, blistering, or itching beyond the contact area should be assessed by a doctor or pharmacist, and the dressing should be removed if this occurs.

• Not for use in anyone with a known allergy or hypersensitivity to acrylate adhesives or polyurethane film.
• Not intended for wounds that are heavily exuding, deep, or already infected, since a transparent film dressing is designed for lower-exudate, more superficial areas rather than heavily draining wounds.
• Not suitable as a substitute for professional wound care on wounds requiring stitches or ongoing clinical dressing changes.

• Not applicable — this is a topical film dressing applied to the skin, not a medicine that is swallowed or absorbed systemically.
• No interactions with oral or injectable medicines are known or expected from normal use of this product.
• No food interactions apply to this product.

• Warm the dressing briefly between your hands before applying, as this can make the film easier to conform to curved or moving areas of the body.
• Trim the corners slightly if applying over a joint, since rounded edges tend to lift less than sharp corners during movement.
• Avoid touching the adhesive underside while positioning the dressing, to keep the bonding surface clean.
• Change the dressing sooner than the maximum wear time if it becomes loose or if fluid visibly collects underneath it.
• Store the pack flat and away from direct heat sources to help the adhesive perform consistently.
• Always check the expiry date on the box before opening a dressing.

Precautions: This dressing is intended for lower-exudate, more superficial areas rather than heavily draining or actively infected wounds, and it should not be used as a substitute for professional wound care where that is needed. Check the dressing periodically for lifting, leaking, or soiling, and remove it if signs of an adhesive reaction develop.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: Speak to a doctor or pharmacist if the area underneath becomes increasingly painful, swollen, or has an unusual odour, if fluid builds up noticeably under the film, or if fever develops. Also seek advice if a wound looks deep, will not stop bleeding, or needs stitches, as a transparent film dressing is not intended for these situations.