Medical practice is not complete without the use of catheters, probes, cannulas. To fix them securely, plasters are used. Today there are a lot of such products on the pharmacology market, but doctors are trying to choose those that are suitable for sensitive skin, securely and gently fix medical devices. Among such products, one can single out the Omnisilk patch, produced by the German company Hartman.
Product description
"Omnisilk" - a silk plaster made of white material with the addition of synthetic rubber glue. The product is hypoallergenic, vapor and breathable, suitable for people with any skin type, including sensitive ones. The patch can be 5 cm x 5 m, 2.5 cm x 5 m, 1.25 cm x 5 m, 5 cm x 9.2 m. It is placed in a plastic spool that has a protective ring.
The Omnisilk silk-based plaster is used in medicine for reliable fasteningall types of dressings, cannulas and probes, catheters, measuring devices and endotracheal tubes. It is strong enough, securely fastened, painlessly removed, leaving no adhesive residue behind. Also, the product is easily torn off across thanks to the zigzag edge.
Product Features
Omnisilk plaster is vapor and airtight, has hydrophobic impregnation, does not cause allergies. The positive characteristics of the product include:
- Reliable and durable fastening.
- Easy removal without pain.
- Indifference to X-rays.
- Resistant to temperature extremes.
- Easy to tear off.
- Leaves no residue on skin.
- May be sterilized.
The patch stretches well, it can be used on moving parts of the body, including joints.
Instructions for use
Before using the Omnisilk patch, wash your hands well and treat them with an antiseptic to prevent transmission of infection. Then they prepare the place where the dressing will be carried out, as well as the dressing material itself.
The patch is taken out of the package, the required length is torn off, for this you do not need to have scissors, it can be easily torn off thanks to the zigzag edge that is along the edges.
Then it is fixed in such a way that it overlaps the bandage by three centimeters.
Restrictions on application
The product is hypoallergenic. But in some cases, individualsensitivity to the components of the agent. If irritation appears on the skin, you should stop using the patch, and also consult a doctor.
More information
Store the product in a dry, dark place. The air temperature should not exceed twenty-five degrees.
The Omnisilk patch can be wetted as it does not get wet under water.
Cost and product purchase
You can buy this patch in many pharmacy chains, as well as on the manufacturer's website. Its cost is:
- 5 cm x 5 m - two hundred rubles.
- 2, 5 cm x 5 m – one hundred and forty-five rubles.
- 1, 25 cm x 5 m – seventy-five rubles.
- 5 cm x 9.2 m - two hundred and thirty rubles.
Reviews
Omnisilk patch has different reviews. Many say that the product can be easily removed without causing pain. They are also convenient to use. It is often used in medical practice, as it does not cause adverse reactions and is well suited for people with sensitive skin. Also, the pluses include the fact that the product is enough for a long period of time.
But there are also negative reviews about the patch. Some consumers claim that the product leaves traces of glue on the skin, and sometimes causes irritation. Also, some say that the best patch from this manufacturer is Omnipore, and Omnisilk turned out to be a terrible product. The skin under it does not breathe at all, irritation and itching often appear. Therefore, it is necessary to abandon this product anduse another product.
Conclusion
"Omnisilk" - a plaster from the famous brand "Hartman". It is popular with many consumers and he althcare professionals. The manufacturer says that this product has a lot of positive characteristics. But consumers do not single it out as the best dressing material. They say that this company has other products that are better and more reliable.
Nevertheless, the patch is in demand in the pharmacology market. Some people prefer to use it because it suits them best.
