Iodosorb* powder is a sterile formulation of acute cadexomer iodine. When applied to the wound, it cleans it by absorbing fluids, removing pus and debris and forming a moist gel over the wound surface. As Iodosorb swells in situ the active iodine is released, killing resident micro-organisms in the wound site and changing colour.
Iodosorb helps to promote a clean wound healing environment
A change in colour indicates when Iodosorb should be changed
Gel formed over the wound can help to facilitate moist healing
Fewer Dressing Changes
Cadexomer iodine powder can absorb up to 6 times its weight in fluid to ensure effective presentation of the active iodine to the wound environment
Patient comfort
Iodosorb powder assists the healing and treatment of chronic ulcers by reducing micro-biological load and maintaining a moist environment
Iodosorb is non-adhesive which can reduce trauma when the product is removed and encourage patient compliance
Contraindications / Precautions
Iodosorb powder contains 0.9% Iodine and must not be used in patients with known or suspected iodine sensitivity.
Warnings and Precautions
Iodine is absorbed systemically especially when large wounds are treated. This should be taken into consideration in patients undertaking thyroid function tests.