Essentials

URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds - Sterile Dressing

Promotes healing
Relieves pain
Painless upon removal

What is it for? Who is it for?

URGO Sterile Burns and Superficial Wounds Dressing is intended for the treatment of first-degree and superficial second-degree burns (blisters) as well as superficial wounds (abrasions, cuts).

Format :
Sterile dressings, small size x6 or large size x4
Intended for :
Children
Teenagers
Adults
Age :
From birth

Why choose URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing?

URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing tulle contains lipidocolloid technology (TLC), a unique combination of hydrocolloid particles and petroleum jelly.

  1. Relieves pain
  2. Non-adherent tulle: does not stick to the wound and allows for painless removal
  3. Utilizes lipidocolloid technology: to promote healing

How to use URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing ?

In the case of a superficial second-degree burn:
First, keep the wound under cold water for 15 minutes to limit the spread of the burn.

In all cases :
1. Clean the wound with an alcohol-free antiseptic.
2. Rinse with water or saline solution.
3. In the case of a burn, never use colored antiseptics such as eosin.
4. Dry thoroughly with a sterile compress.
5. If possible, leave the blister intact, as it acts as a barrier against infection. If it breaks, disinfect it. There is no need to remove dead skin if it does not come off on its own. 
6. Remove the protective tabs. 
7. Apply to the affected area. 
8. Applying a cream beforehand is unnecessary. 
9. The usual treatment duration is 5 to 6 days, with the first dressing changed after 24 hours, then every 48 hours.

What is a burn?

A burn is tissue damage often caused by prolonged or prolonged contact with a heat source. Burns vary in severity: first-degree burns (similar to sunburn, with a bright red and painful lesion) and superficial second-degree burns (the appearance of a blister).
 

Composition and technology

Non-woven stretchable support in flesh color with in its center a compress covered with a polyester mesh impregnated with hydrocolloid particles (carboxymethylcellulose) and petroleum jelly.

Technologie Urgo

Lipidocolloid technology (TLC)

Lipidocolloid technology is a unique combination of hydrocolloid particles and petroleum jelly that forms a lipido-colloid film. This film relieves pain and promotes the healing of superficial wounds, injuries, and burns.

Associated Routine

"After cleaning the wound, disinfect it and the surrounding skin with an alcohol-free antiseptic solution: Drying the wound"
Relieve and promote healing of superficial burns

Frequently asked questions about URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing?

What are the contraindications to the use of URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing?

Do not use in case of deep second-degree burns, third-degree burns, or burns to the face. In these cases, prior medical consultation is mandatory.

What precautions should be followed when using URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing?

Reserved for the treatment of localized wounds no larger than a compress. For extensive burns, it is advisable that the compress extends well beyond the wound to allow for the absorption of exudate. If you do not see any improvement in healing after 6 days, consult your doctor. For any burn in children, ask your pharmacist for advice. If you notice clinical signs of local infection (redness spreading to unbroken skin, pain, etc.), foreign bodies in the wound, significant bleeding, a bite, or a puncture wound from a sharp and/or contaminated object, consult your pharmacist or doctor. The URGO Burns and Superficial Wounds dressing should be used immediately after opening the sachet and stored away from heat and light.

Warning : 
Reusing a single-use product can cause a risk of infection.

What are the formats of URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressings?

URGO Burns, Superficial Wounds, Sterile Dressing is available in 2 sizes:

  • Box of 6 small dressings (dressing: 5 x 7 cm / tulle: 2.7 x 4.5 cm)
  • Box of 4 large dressings (dressing: 10 x 7 cm / tulle: 7.3 x 4.5 cm)

The dressings are packaged in individual sterile sachets.

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*For independent use from 16 years old. No upper age limit.

URGO, BURNS, SUPERFICIAL WOUNDS, STERILE TULLE DRESSING. Indications: treatment of superficial second-degree household burns and superficial scratch-type injuries. Seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist and read the package leaflet before use. This medical device is a regulated health product that bears the CE marking, under the applicable regulations. Laboratoires URGO Healthcare- 21300 CHENÔVE- RCS DIJON 798 251 559 – Share capital €56,280,458. XX/XXXX