Healthstar Biopad Wound Dressing 1s

Healthstar Biopad Wound Dressing is a sterile, self-adhesive wound dressing supplied as a single dressing (1s) measuring 5 cm x 7 cm, as listed on the DoctorOnCall product page. It is made from a transparent, semi-permeable and waterproof polyurethane film that carries a highly absorbent pad at its centre. The pad is designed not to stick to the wound surface, while the surrounding film is coated with a skin-friendly adhesive that holds the dressing in place on the skin.

Because the film is transparent, the area beneath it can be seen without removing the dressing, and the flexible material is described as adaptable to different parts of the body. The film acts as a physical barrier to water and to microorganisms from the outside, while allowing moisture vapour to pass through so that the skin under the dressing can breathe. The product is a medical device rather than a medicine, so it contains no active pharmaceutical ingredient, no antibiotic and no antiseptic.

Each dressing is individually packed to keep it sterile until the pack is opened, and it is intended for single use only. Dressings of this type are used in homes, clinics and wards, and they are a practical item to keep in a first aid kit. As with all products of this kind, please read the pack instructions, check that the packaging is undamaged before use, and speak to a pharmacist or doctor if you have questions about suitability, particularly for deep, infected or heavily discharging wounds.

Healthstar Biopad Wound Dressing is for external use on the skin only, and it should be applied with clean hands to a clean, dry area of skin. Do not use it if the sterile pack is open or damaged.

• Wash your hands thoroughly, and clean the wound and the surrounding skin gently as advised by a healthcare professional. Dry the skin around the wound so that the adhesive can stick properly.
• Peel back the outer packaging without touching the pad or the adhesive side of the dressing.
• Position the absorbent pad directly over the wound, then smooth the film and the adhesive edges onto the surrounding skin, avoiding creases and stretching.
• Change the dressing when the pad is full, when the edges lift, when it becomes wet or soiled, or as advised by a doctor or nurse.
• To remove, hold down the skin with one hand and peel the film back slowly in the direction of hair growth to avoid skin tears.
• Use one dressing per wound, never reuse a dressing, and dispose of used dressings safely with household waste.

Not applicable. Healthstar Biopad Wound Dressing is a wound dressing, not a medicine, so there is no dose to take. How often the dressing is changed depends on how much fluid the wound produces and on the advice of a healthcare professional.

• Use one dressing per wound, and do not use a single dressing on more than one person.
• Do not reuse a removed dressing, because it will no longer be sterile and the adhesive will be weakened.
• Replace the dressing as soon as it becomes saturated, soiled or lifted at the edges.

Use before the expiry date printed on the outer packaging and individual pouch. Do not use the dressing after this date, or if the sterile pack has been opened or damaged.

Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, moisture and sharp objects, and keep the dressing in its intact sterile packaging until it is needed. Keep it out of the sight and reach of children.

• Common: Mild redness, itching or a prickling sensation of the skin under or around the adhesive edges.
• Common: Soft, whitened skin (maceration) around the wound if the dressing is left in place while it is full or wet.
• Uncommon: Skin stripping or small skin tears when the dressing is removed quickly, especially on fragile or elderly skin.
• Serious: Allergic contact dermatitis with blistering, spreading rash, severe itching or swelling in people who are sensitive to the adhesive or film; remove the dressing and seek medical advice.
• Serious: Increasing redness, swelling, warmth, pain, pus, bad odour or fever around the wound can be signs of infection and need prompt medical review.

• Known allergy or sensitivity to polyurethane film, adhesives or other materials in the dressing.
• Use on a wound that is clinically infected, unless a doctor or nurse has advised that this dressing is suitable.
• Use of the dressing as a sole measure for deep wounds, heavy bleeding, animal bites or large and severe burns, which need medical assessment.
• Reuse of a dressing, or use when the sterile pack is open or damaged.

• Not applicable. This is a wound dressing and not a medicine, and no drug interactions or food interactions are known.
• Creams, ointments, oils or lotions applied on the skin where the adhesive will sit can stop the dressing from sticking properly, so ask a pharmacist before applying them under the dressing.
• Do not place other adhesive products, heat packs or very hot compresses directly over the dressing without advice from a healthcare professional.

• Check the sterile pack for tears and the expiry date before opening it, and choose a dressing that fully covers the wound with a margin of healthy skin all round.
• Wash and dry your hands first, and avoid touching the pad or the adhesive side so that the dressing stays clean.
• Dry the skin around the wound well before applying, as damp skin stops the adhesive from holding.
• Because the film is transparent, look at the dressing each day for leaks, lifted edges or colour changes without having to remove it.
• Remove the dressing slowly, and support the skin with your other hand, to protect delicate skin from tearing.
• Keep a few spare dressings in your first aid kit, store them flat in their packs, and replace any that are past their expiry date.

Precautions: Clean the wound as advised and make sure the skin around it is dry before applying the dressing. Do not use the dressing on wounds that look infected, are deep, bleed heavily, or were caused by animal bites unless a healthcare professional has advised it. People with fragile skin, diabetes, poor circulation, or a history of skin reactions to adhesives should seek advice before use and should check the skin regularly. Do not stretch the dressing when applying it, as tension can irritate the skin. Keep dressings away from small children, who could place the pad or the film in the mouth.

When to See a Doctor or Pharmacist: See a doctor or nurse if the wound shows increasing redness, swelling, warmth, pain, pus, a bad smell or if you develop a fever. Seek medical advice if the wound is deep, bleeds heavily, was caused by an animal bite or a dirty object, or is very large. Remove the dressing and seek advice if you notice itching, rash or blistering under the adhesive.