Medicated bandage Smith and Nephew bacterigrass
Gauze impregnated with soft paraffin containing 0.5% chlorhexidine.
Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic that has been shown to be effective against a wide range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus.
The antiseptic chlorhexidine acetate is slowly released from the dressing, giving a long-lasting effect against a range of bacteria.
It is used on infected wounds and cut wounds to prevent infection.
It is used in cases of burns to prevent infection.