About 3M Tegaderm Transparent Film Dressing
Waterproof, sterile barrier: protects the I.V. site or wound from external contaminants such as bacteria, viruses, blood and body fluids – in vitro testing shows that the transparent film provides a viral barrier from viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger while the dressing remains intact without leakage.
Key Benefits & Features
- Provides a waterproof, sterile barrier to external contaminants including liquids, bacteria and viruses
- Transparent dressing allows for continuous visibility to the I.V. insertion site
- Designed for patient comfort – Adhesive is gentle on skin and conformable dressing flexes with skin
- Easy to apply – Picture-frame delivery makes accurate placement easy
- Breathable film lets oxygen in and moisture vapor out
- May be worn up to 7 days
- Helps to prevent skin breakdown caused by friction
- Can be used to maintain a moist wound environment to facilitate autolytic debridement
| Delivery Method | Frame Style Delivery |
| Label | With Label |
| Material | Adhesive / Film |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Latex Free Indicator | Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex |