Birmingham, Sandwell, Solihull and environs APC Formulary Maintained by Midlands and Lancashire Commissioning Support Unit
26 A5 - Wound management products and elasticated garments
Please note: silk garments are non-formulary
A5-05-01 Pads
Xupad range
Formulary
Latex free absorbent dressing pad Type of wound product is suitable for Low exuding closed surgical wounds only Duration dressing remains on wound before changing 1 – 7 days depending on exudate Frequency of dressing change 1 – 7 days depending on exudate Caution/contraindications (when not to use the dressing, patient groups to avoid etc.) Not for moderate or highly exuding wounds. Always consider an interactive dressing. Not suitable for any wound type except for closed surgical wounds Rationale for inclusion in formulary Cost effective Various sizes available