{"product_id":"vive-care-sterile-calcium-alginate-dressing","title":"Calcium Alginate Dressing (Sterile)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003eVive Care Sterile Calcium Alginate Dressing pads cover and protect traumatic and surgical wounds, burns, and pressure ulcers, and they are suited to moderate to heavy exuding wounds and wounds with cavities. Made from calcium alginate, the dressing absorbs wound discharge up to 13 times its weight and forms a protective gel-like barrier that keeps the wound moist to encourage natural healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003eEach pad is lightweight and flexible, conforming to the wound for optimal coverage, and can be folded for layered protection and cavity packing or trimmed to fit small wounds and difficult areas such as the elbow, heel, and knee. The dressing does not adhere to the wound like traditional gauze, allowing easy, painless removal without damaging the surrounding skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pu-table\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:separate;border-spacing:0;border:0;box-shadow:none;outline:none;background:none;table-layout:fixed;margin:0 0 1em\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eVive Care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eCalcium Alginate Dressing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eCalcium alginate 120g\/m2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eWhite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eSterile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eLatex Free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eIndividually Wrapped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eAntibacterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003e10 PK calcium alginate dressing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0.75em 0.4em 0;opacity:0.65;vertical-align:top\"\u003eChange Frequency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0.4em 0;vertical-align:top\"\u003eUp to 4 days depending on amount of exudate, may be necessary to change the dressing every 24 hours for heavy exudate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and Protect Wounds and Sores: Comfortable against the skin, calcium alginate dressing pads cover and protect traumatic and surgical wounds, burns, pressure ulcers and more. The absorbent alginate pads are ideal for moderate to heavy exuding wounds and wounds with cavities, creating a protective barrier to prevent contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuper Absorbent Padding: Made with calcium alginate, these wound dressings are highly absorbent and create a moist environment to promote natural healing. The versatile dressing pads absorb wound discharge up to 13 times their weight and do not adhere to the wound like traditional gauze for easy, painless removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to Apply: Alginate dressing pads are lightweight and flexible to conform to the wound for optimal coverage. Each wound dressing pad can be folded for layered protection and cavity packing or trimmed to fit small wounds and difficult to cover areas such as the elbow, heel and knee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterile Wound Patches: Includes 10 calcium alginate dressings that measure 4” by 4” for versatile use. Each wound dressing pad is individually packaged and should be changed daily to protect against wound contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the small size - Sterile Wound Patches: Includes 10 calcium alginate dressings that measure 2” by 2” for versatile use. Each wound dressing pad is individually packaged and should be changed daily to protect against wound contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003eMade from calcium alginate at 120 g\/m2. Store in a dry place; shelf life is 3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eSizing \u0026amp; fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003eAvailable in 2\" x 2\" and 4\" x 4\" sizes. The dressing may be cut or folded for best fit, including for small wounds and difficult areas such as the elbow, heel, and knee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the wound with sterile water and dry the surrounding skin gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the right size of dressing to cover the wound according to the wound area. The dressing may be cut or folded for best fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and secure the Calcium Alginate Dressing with a secondary dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDressing change frequency will depend on patient condition and the level of exudates. Initially it may be necessary to change the dressing every 24 hours. When the exudates reduce, the frequency may be slowed down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDressing Removal: Gently remove the secondary dressing. If the wound appears dry, saturate the dressing with sterile saline water prior to removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eDownloads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:1em 0\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 0.35em\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1L1XKDQsPcT9BuDQ_zRWMg3AxbMIGHkC-\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003eSell Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 0.35em\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1_Y2VNb0DoqKWXc8sHzC-YJeJ4IBDb_Z7\/view?usp=share_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003ePDAC Letter (Large) A6196\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 0.35em\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1592MC1W0P3TEgfwV-yuFaH4mfedrDVv-\/view?usp=share_link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"\u003ePDAC Letter (Small) A6413\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pu-table\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:separate;border-spacing:0;border:0;box-shadow:none;outline:none;background:none;table-layout:fixed;margin:0\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:1.25em 0 0.5em\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e.pu-faq[open]\u003esummary .pu-faq-c{transform:rotate(180deg)}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pu-table\" style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:separate;border-spacing:0;border:0;box-shadow:none;outline:none;background:none;table-layout:fixed;margin:0 0 1em\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pu-faq\" style=\"padding:0.45em 0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;list-style:none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should the dressing be changed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"pu-faq-c\" style=\"width:1em;height:1em;flex:none;opacity:0.6;transition:transform 0.15s\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 9l6 6l6 -6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.4em 0 0\"\u003eDressing change frequency depends on patient condition and the level of exudate. Initially it may be necessary to change the dressing every 24 hours; when exudate reduces, the frequency may be slowed down, and it can be worn up to 4 days depending on the amount of exudate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pu-faq\" style=\"padding:0.45em 0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;list-style:none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the dressing be removed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"pu-faq-c\" style=\"width:1em;height:1em;flex:none;opacity:0.6;transition:transform 0.15s\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 9l6 6l6 -6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.4em 0 0\"\u003eGently remove the secondary dressing. If the wound appears dry, saturate the dressing with sterile saline water prior to removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(128,128,128,0.16);border-bottom:1px solid color-mix(in srgb,currentColor 12%,transparent)\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pu-faq\" style=\"padding:0.45em 0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;list-style:none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes are available and what are the HCPCS codes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"pu-faq-c\" style=\"width:1em;height:1em;flex:none;opacity:0.6;transition:transform 0.15s\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 9l6 6l6 -6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.4em 0 0\"\u003eThe 2\" size (SKU RHB2078S) has HCPCS code A6196, and the 4\" size (SKU RHB2078L) has HCPCS code A6413.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd style=\"border:0;padding:0\"\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"pu-faq\" style=\"padding:0.45em 0\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;gap:10px;list-style:none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should the wound be prepared before applying the dressing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"1.75\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" class=\"pu-faq-c\" style=\"width:1em;height:1em;flex:none;opacity:0.6;transition:transform 0.15s\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M6 9l6 6l6 -6\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0.4em 0 0\"\u003eClean the wound with sterile water and dry the surrounding skin gently. Choose the right size of dressing to cover the wound according to the wound area; the dressing may be cut or folded for best fit, then cover and secure it with a secondary dressing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Vive Care","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":55901670900003,"sku":"RHB2078L","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2\"","offer_id":55901670932771,"sku":"RHB2078S","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0913\/8172\/7523\/files\/5BRHB2078L_5D_20Calcium_20Alginate_20Dressing_20_Sterile_20Vive_20Care_20_4_22.gif?v=1793481740","url":"https:\/\/familycaredme.com\/products\/vive-care-sterile-calcium-alginate-dressing","provider":"Family Care DME","version":"1.0","type":"link"}