ActivHeal® AquaFiber™ Ag Antimicrobial wound dressing is a sterile, non-woven pad consisting of a high M (mannuronic acid) calcium alginate and carboxymethylcellulose (CMC).

Silver ions are released in the presence of wound fluid. As fluid is absorbed, the alginate forms a soft gel which assists in maintaining a moist environment for optimum wound healing and allows intact removal. Silver ions released in the presence of wound exudate are an effective antimicrobial agent for up to 7 days, based on in-vitro testing, against a broad spectrum of microorganisms frequently associated with bacterial colonisation and infection of wounds.