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Description

Gentell Primapad Non-Adherent Absorbent Pad. This non adherent gauze pad is often chosen as the primary dressing when extra wound bed protection is needed. Air circulates through the soft, perforated film, while fluid is absorbed by the soft cotton pad. These dressings can be easily cut to fit any shape. Does not contain natural rubber latex.
SKU MPN OPTION DESCRIPTION EST. TO SHIP
GEN-83323 83323 Pad, 2" x 3", Sterile, 100/bx, 24 bx/cs Non-Adherent Absorbent Pad, 2" x 3", Sterile, 100/bx, 24 bx/cs 4-5 Weeks
GEN-83334 83334 Pad, 3" x 4", Sterile, 50/bx, 18 bx/cs Non-Adherent Absorbent Pad, 3" x 4", Sterile, 50/bx, 18 bx/cs 4-5 Weeks
GEN-83338 83338 Pad, 3" x 8", Sterile, 50/bx, 12 bx/cs Non-Adherent Absorbent Pad, 3" x 8", Sterile, 50/bx, 12 bx/cs 4-5 Weeks

Frequently asked questions

Is the Primapad dressing supplied sterile?

Yes, the Gentell Primapad Non-Adherent Absorbent Pads are supplied sterile.

As a crucial primary wound dressing, sterility ensures that the product is safe and ready for direct application onto the wound bed. All available configurations (2” x 3”, 3” x 4”, and 3” x 8”) are packaged in a sterile condition.

Is this pad truly non-adherent?

Yes, the Gentell Primapad is designed specifically to be non-adherent, ensuring comfortable, pain-free dressing changes and protecting the fragile wound bed.

This crucial functionality is achieved through its dual-action construction:

  • Non-Adherent Surface: The soft, perforated film that contacts the wound prevents the dressing from sticking, aiding in gentle removal and minimizing trauma.
  • High Absorbency: The inner layer consists of a soft cotton pad engineered to effectively absorb wound fluid (exudate).
  • Air Permeability: The perforated film also facilitates essential air circulation around the wound site.

For enhanced versatility and safety, the pad is confirmed to be latex-free and can be easily cut to conform to various wound shapes and sizes.

Can the Primapad be easily cut for custom sizing?

Yes, the Gentell Primapad is designed for high versatility and can be easily cut to conform to various wound shapes and sizes, ensuring optimal coverage and comfort. This makes it an effective primary dressing for wounds of irregular contours.

Key features that complement its customizability include:

  • Non-Adherent: The soft, perforated film prevents the pad from sticking to the wound bed, helping to make dressing changes less painful.
  • Dual-Action Absorption: A soft cotton pad effectively absorbs wound exudate, while the perforated film maintains essential air circulation.
  • Latex-Free: The pads are manufactured without natural rubber latex, suitable for users with sensitivities.
What materials provide non-adherence and absorption?

The Gentell Primapad is built with a dual-action construction to ensure superior wound bed protection and patient comfort.The dressing consists of two key layers:* Exterior Layer (Non-Adherent): A soft, perforated film forms the surface that contacts the wound. This film is specifically designed not to stick to the wound bed, enabling pain-free dressing changes. The perforations also allow essential air circulation.* Interior Layer (Absorbent): A soft cotton pad lies beneath the film. This layer efficiently manages fluid by absorbing wound exudate.For patient safety, the entire dressing is latex-free and supplied in a sterile configuration.

Is the non-adherent design gentle during removal?

Yes, the non-adherent design of the Gentell Primapad is a key feature intended to minimize patient pain and trauma during dressing changes.

This is achieved through its dual-action construction:

  • Protective Film: The dressing uses a soft, perforated film as the wound contact layer. This prevents the dressing from adhering to the wound bed, ensuring pain-free removal and protecting delicate tissue.
  • Air Permeability: The perforations in the film allow necessary air circulation, which helps maintain optimal conditions for wound healing.
  • Exudate Management: Beneath the non-adherent film, a soft cotton pad provides excellent absorbency to manage wound fluid effectively.
Is the Primapad a primary wound dressing?

Yes, the Gentell Primapad is engineered specifically for use as a primary wound dressing where enhanced wound bed protection is required. Its design focuses on patient comfort and effective wound management.

Key features that make it ideal for primary use include:

  • Non-Adherent Surface: The soft, perforated film prevents the dressing from sticking to the wound bed, ensuring pain-free removal and protecting fragile tissue.
  • Absorbent Core: A soft cotton pad beneath the film effectively absorbs wound exudate.
  • Air Permeable: The construction allows crucial air circulation around the wound site.
  • Versatile Fit: The pad can be easily cut to conform to various wound shapes and sizes, ensuring complete coverage.

It is also supplied in sterile configurations and is latex-free.

Does the pad provide effective absorption?

Yes, the Gentell Primapad is designed for robust fluid absorption while ensuring superior wound protection. It utilizes a dual-action construction to manage exudate effectively:

  • High Absorbency: The inner layer features a soft cotton pad specifically engineered to absorb wound fluid.
  • Non-Adherence: The wound-facing layer is a soft, perforated film that prevents the dressing from sticking, ensuring pain-free changes and protecting the wound bed.

Furthermore, the perforated film allows essential air circulation. This versatile dressing is latex-free and can be easily cut to custom sizes for precise coverage.

Are different Primapad sizes available?

Yes, the Gentell Primapad Non-Adherent Absorbent Pad is available in several sterile sizes to accommodate various wound care needs. You can select from the following standard pad sizes:

  • 2” x 3”
  • 3” x 4”
  • 3” x 8”

These pads are highly versatile as they can be easily cut to conform to any specific wound shape, ensuring optimal coverage and protection. They are supplied in sterile packaging and are available in various box and case quantity configurations (for example, the 2” x 3” size comes 100 pads per box).

Does the Gentell Primapad contain latex?

No, the Gentell Primapad Non-Adherent Absorbent Pad is formulated to be free of natural rubber latex.

This makes the dressing suitable for use by patients with latex sensitivities or allergies.

What is the lead time for Primapad orders?

The general lead time for Gentell Primapad orders is 4-5 weeks.