Providing quality and value in wound care management.
At Cardinal Health, we are Essential to care™. Our traditional wound care offering provides you with quality care products at a great value. From bandages to sponges, gauze and dressings — our portfolio of traditional wound care products has just what you are looking for to address the needs of your patients.
Our adhesive bandages come in a variety of sizes and materials to allow flexibility in treating minor wounds. All include a non-adherent island pad. Not made with
natural rubber latex.
Absorbent pads made of a rayon and polyester blend that allow fluid collection without adhering to the wound. They provide cushioned protection and have perforated film on both sides that promote air flow to and from the wound. Not made with natural rubber latex.
The non-adherent pad allows fluid absorption without adhering to the wound. Non-woven adhesive backing secures the dressing in place and protects the wound from debris. Not made with natural rubber latex. (Sterile)
A soft rayon and polyester blend covers an inner cotton filler to make this absorbent pad. The edges are neatly sealed. Not made with natural rubber latex. (Sterile)
A cellulose center is wrapped in a non-woven outer layer to wick fluid away from the wound. The cellulose fibers allow fluid to disperse throughout the pad and a hydrophobic back prevents fluid strikethrough. Not made with natural rubber latex.
The polyester in these bandages allows flexible movement without unraveling or linting. Ideal for use as a secondary dressing, they can be stretched or left unstretched to meet the needs of the wound. Unstretched length is 75 inches. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Available in a variety of lengths and widths, our 100% cotton gauze bandage rolls are ideal as a primary or secondary wound dressing. They are absorbent and allow air to flow through to help promote wound healing. The 6-ply design provides cushioning to help protect the wound area. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Available in a variety of widths, these 100% cotton bandage rolls are ideal as secondary wound dressings. The 3-ply design allows for slight compression and absorbency, and can be used to cover other dressings, tubes, or IVs. They also allow air to flow to help promote wound healing. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Roller gauze bandages are suitable for long sponges and dressings. Cotton rolls are ideal for padding of the wound, applying medication, or for wound cleansing. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Non-adherent cellulose acetate fabric impregnated with USP Mineral Oil. This dressing is used directly on the wound and allows exudate to pass through to a secondary dressing. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Non-adherent fine mesh gauze impregnated with USP White Petrolatum. Helps promote wound healing through a moist environment and are highly conformable. Not made with natural rubber latex.
We offer two types of packing strips: plain or impregnated with Iodoform. All are made with 100% cotton. Used for drainage of infected or open wounds. Not made with natural rubber latex.
These sponges are made with a “crimped” design, adding loft and absorbency. Ideal for cleaning, fluid absorption and debriding. Not made with natural rubber latex. USP Type VII Gauze.
100% Cotton gauze sponges available in a premium or standard quality. Sterile woven gauze sponges are ideal for general wound care, packing, dressing and cleaning. Peel pouches and trays allow for easy opening, and a variety of counts meet your different needs. Not made with natural rubber latex. USP Type VII Gauze.
100 percent cotton gauze sponges available in a premium or standard quality. Woven gauze sponges are ideal for general wound care, packing, dressing, and cleaning. Premium sponges are indexed in 10’s. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Post-op gauze sponges have a non-woven outer layer with a cellulose fiber interior allowing for increased absorbency. Available sterile and non-sterile. Not made with natural rubber latex.
100% cotton gauze sponges contain a wavy barium sulfate band allowing X-ray detection. These sponges are available in a variety of sizes and ply. Not made with natural rubber latex. USP Type VII Gauze.
The rayon and polyester blend in these sponges provides an absorbent, low-linting and fast-wicking sponge. They are gentle on granulating tissue. Not made with natural rubber latex.
Available in a non-woven rayon and polyester blend or in 100% cotton, these sponges help keep tube sites clean and protected. They are pre-slit to allow for a snug fit and are designed to lay flat around a drainage tube. Ideal for IVs, drains, tubes, catheters and tracheotomies.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Reinforced Gelling Fiber dressings are sterile, non-woven calcium/sodium alginates consisting of a high M alginate in a cohesive fiber construction. As wound fluid is absorbed, the alginate forms a gel, which assists in maintaining a moist environment for optimal wound healing and the formation of granulation tissue.
Highly absorbent gelling fibers wick and retain exudate away
from the wound bed
Cohesive fiber construction facilitates easy intact/
one-piece atraumatic removal
Indications: May be used for the management of moderate to heavy exuding, partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Pressure ulcers
Graft and donor site
Venous, arterial and diabetic ulcers
Post-operative surgical wounds
Lacerations and abrasions
Cavity wounds
Trauma wounds
Superficial and partial thickness burns
Can also be used to control minor bleeding in superficial wounds.
Contraindications: Dry eschar, third-degree burns, surgical
implantation, heavy bleeding and individuals with known sensitivity to alginates.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Reinforced Gelling Fiber +Ag dressings are sterile, reinforced non-woven pads composed of a high G (guluronic acid) calcium alginate, carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and ionic silver complex (silver sodium hydrogen zirconium phosphate), which release silver ions in the presence of wound fluid. As wound fluid is absorbed, the alginate forms a gel which assists in maintaining a moist environment for optimal wound healing.
Silver ions protect the dressing from a broad spectrum of
microorganisms over a period of up to fourteen (14) days, based on in-vitro testing
Highly absorbent gelling fibers wick and retain exudate away
from the wound bed
Cohesive fiber construction facilitates easy intact/one-piece
atraumatic removal
Odor reduction results from the antibacterial effect in the dressing
Indications: Under the medical supervision of a healthcare professional for the management of moderate to heavy exuding, partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Pressure ulcers
Leg ulcers
Diabetic ulcers
Post-operative surgical wounds
First- and second-degree burns
Graft and donor sites
Trauma wounds (dermal lesions, trauma injuries or incisions)
Contraindications: Dry eschar, third-degree burns, direct application on dry or lightly exuding wounds, to control heavy bleeding and individuals with known sensitivity to alginates and/or silver.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Hydrocolloid dressings help facilitate local wound healing. The dressing absorbs wound exudate and creates a moist environment which supports the body’s healing process and aids in the removal of nonviable tissue from the wound (autolytic debridement), without damaging new tissue. Cardinal Health™ Hydrocolloid dressings consist of a wound contact layer of hydrocolloids. The top layer is a semi-permeable, polyurethane film backing, which allows for circulation of O2, CO2 and water vapor, while excluding germs and water to protect the wound from external contamination.
Propriety gelling formulation allows for most of the gel to be removed
together with the dressing, resulting in little or no damage to the newly
formed tissue
Flexible, low-friction film backing reduces skin friction with clothing
and patient bedding
Moisture-resistance will remain in place during showering
Indications:
Over the counter (OTC): For minor scalds and burns, minor cuts, lacerations and minor abrasions
Under supervision of a healthcare professional: May be used for the management of light to moderately exuding partial and full thickness wounds including:
– Pressure ulcers
– Donor sites
– Dermatological excisions
– Diabetic ulcers
– Second-degree burns
– Surgical wounds (post-operative left to heal by secondary intent)
– Leg ulcers (venous stasis ulcers, arterial ulcers, and leg ulcers of mixed etiology)
– Traumatic wounds (ie. skin tears and secondary healing wounds)
Contraindications: Third-degree burns or on individuals who are sensitive to or who have had an allergic reaction to the dressing or its components.
Thin profile design with rounded corners to help reduce dressing roll-up during product use
Semi-translucent film backing allows for easier monitoring of thehealing process without dressing removal
Indications:
Over the counter (OTC): For minor scalds and burns, minor cuts,lacerations and minor abrasions
Under supervision of a healthcare professional: For the protection of at-risk sites of skin breakdown, Stage I pressure ulcers, management of dry to light exuding wounds, post-op protection of closed surgical sites, and post-healing skin protection
Contraindications: Third-degree burns or on individuals who are sensitive to or who have had an allergic reaction to the dressings or its components.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Silicone Foam Lite dressings are sterile, foam dressings made with an absorbent thin foam pad, protective film backing and gentle silicone adhesive. The dressings are used to protect and absorb exudate from the wound, which helps facilitate a moist environment and may promote healing.
Indications: May be used for the management of dry to light exuding, partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Pressure ulcers
Traumatic wounds
Venous, arterial and diabetic ulcers
Lacerations and abrasions
Finger injuries
Blisters
Partial thickness burns
Epidermolysis bullosa
Painful wounds
Radiation skin reactions
Can also be used to provide protection of compromisedand/or fragile skin.
Contraindications: Third-degree burns and lesions with
active vasculitis.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Silicone Foam dressings are sterile, foam dressings made with a highly absorbent foam pad, protective film backing and gentle silicone adhesive. The dressings are used to protect and absorb exudate from the wound, which helps facilitate a moist environment and may promote healing.
Indications: May be used for the management of moderately
exuding, partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Pressure ulcers
Post-operative surgical wounds
Traumatic wounds (eg. skin tears and secondary healing wounds)
Diabetic, venous and arterial ulcers
Graft and donor sites
Silicone Foam Heel (FMHEEL) may be used for the management of moderate to heavy exuding, partial to full thickness wounds on the heel.
Non-Adhesive Foam Tracheostomy (FMTRACH) may be used for the management of fluid, secretion or exudate build-up for the peristomal area created by tracheostomy tubes, other drains and tubes.
Contraindications: Third-degree burns and lesions with
active vasculitis.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Silicone Bordered Foam Lite dressings are sterile, foam dressings made with an absorbent thin foam pad, protective film backing, gentle silicone adhesive and secure border. The dressings are used to protect and absorb exudate from the wound, which helps facilitate a moist environment and may promote healing.
Indications: May be used for the management of dry to light exuding, partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Finger injuries
Traumatic wounds
Blisters
Venous, arterial and diabetic ulcers
Partial thickness burns
Lacerations and abrasions
Epidermolysis bullosa
Can also be used to provide protection of compromised
and/or fragile skin.
Contraindications: Third-degree burns and lesions with active vasculitis.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Silicone Bordered Foam dressings are sterile, foam dressings made with a highly absorbent foam pad, protective film backing, gentle silicone adhesive and secure border. The dressings are used to protect and absorb exudate from the wound, which helps facilitate a moist environment and may promote healing.
Indications: May be used for the management of moderate to heavy exuding, partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Pressure ulcers
Diabetic, venous and arterial ulcers
Post-operative surgical wounds
Graft and donor sites
Traumatic wounds (eg. skin tears, road rash and minor injuries)
Lacerations and abrasions
Contraindications: Third-degree burns and lesions with active vasculitis.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Silicone Contact Layer dressings are sterile, occlusive wound dressings made with a conformable, open mesh structure and gentle silicone adhesive. The dressings are used to facilitate fluid transfer and provide fixation and protection to the wound bed during dressing changes.
Indications: May be used to allow passage of exudate and provide fixation and protection of the wound bed during dressing changes for a wide variety of partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Skin tears
Venous ulcers
Surgical and trauma wounds
First- and second-degree burns
Blisters, cuts and lacerations
Dry to heavily draining abrasions
Pressure ulcers
Contraindications: Third-degree burns and individuals with known sensitivity to silicone. Not for surgical implantation.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Petrolatum Emulsion Contact Layer dressings are sterile, occlusive wound dressings made with a flexible, non-adherent knitted cellulose acetate fabric coated with a formulated petrolatum emulsion. The dressings are used to help aid fluid transfer into the secondary dressing. The non-adherent property of the dressing helps to facilitate atraumatic removal by providing protection to the wound bed during dressing changes.
Indications: May be used to allow passage of exudate and protection of the wound bed during dressing changes for a wide variety of partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Product description: A multi-layer compression bandage system that provides reduced compression from the Cardinal Health™ Four-Layer Compression Bandage System. It is developed for the treatment of mixed etiology leg ulcers where some degree of arterial impairment prevents the use of full compression. For Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) >0.6.
Maintains effective compression after application
Provides higher pressure at the ankle, decreasing pressure
at the calf to help improve upward blood flow
May be left in place for up to one week
Clean, quick and easy hand-tear
Won’t stick to skin, hair or clothing
Indications: May be used for the treatment of mixed etiology leg ulcers.
Contraindications: Do not use on patients with an Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) of less than 0.6 or on diabetic patients with advanced small vessel disease. Diabetics may have a false ABI due to calcification of peripheral arterial vessels. Always assess diabetics with additional clinical measures.
Product description: A multi-layer compression bandage system used for the treatment of venous leg ulcers and related conditions. Ideal for patients with ankle circumferences greater than 18cm or 7/8 in. (padded) who have an ABI >0.8.
Maintains effective compression after application
Provides higher pressure at the ankle, decreasing pressure at the calf to help improve upward blood flow
May be left in place for up to one week
Indications: May be used for the treatment of venous leg ulcers and related conditions.
Contraindications: Compression bandaging system should not be used on patients with an Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) of less than 0.8. An ABI of less than 0.8 may mean that the patient has arterial insufficiency and that the ulcer may not be simply a venostasis ulcer. Compression bandaging of a leg which already has a partially blocked blood supply could completely stop the flow of blood into the leg and lead to the death of the skin and muscle of the leg. Death of the muscle and skin of the leg could lead to further complications and possibly amputation of the leg.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Transparent Dressings help protect the wound surface or can be used to secure catheters and IVs—providing the protection you need with the simplicity you deserve. Made of water-resistant material, but designed to conform and flex with patient movements, these transparent dressings are available in assorted shapes and sizes.
Indications: May be used for wound care applications, securing objects to the skin and as a secondary dressing. The moisture vapor permeability allows excess moisture to vent, while maintaining a moist wound environment conducive to healing.
Surgical incisions
Skin grafts and donor sites
Stage I and II pressure ulcers
Post tattoo application and removal
Catheter sites
Superficial wounds such as abrasions and skin ulcers
IV sites
Minor burns
Safe: Innovative, advanced design helping you provide efficient, quality patient care
Moisture vapor permeability allows excess moisture out while maintaining a moist wound environment conducive to healing
Flexible film conforms to the body and flexes with the skin
Simple: Engineered with features that help ensure ease of use and enhance patient comfort
Thumb tab provides for an easier application
Transparency allows observation without removing the dressing
Water-resistant allows for patient bathing without dressing change
Secure: High level of adhesion, resulting in fewer dressing changes
Acrylic adhesive ensures securement
Helps prevent edges from rolling
Advanced securement with notches, tape and border, reducing tension on stitches and wounds
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Hydrogel is a clean, greaseless hydrogel used for the maintenance of a moist wound environment. Excellent viscosity helps aid product application.
Indications: May be used partial to full thickness wounds, including:
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Hydrogel +Ag is an opaque, amorphous hydrogel containing an antimicrobial silver compound. The antimicrobial silver compound is an effective barrier to bacterial penetration that inhibits the growth of a broad spectrum of microorganisms that come into contact with the gel. This formulation increases the moisture within the wound through water donation, which makes the gel effective in assisting the debridement and desloughing process in dry necrotic wounds, while also maintaining a moist wound environment for optimal wound healing.
Indications: Under the medical supervision of a healthcare professional for the management of dry to moderately, exuding partial and full thickness wounds, including:
Pressure ulcers
Lacerations and abrasions
Graft and donor sites
Diabetic ulcers
Leg ulcers
First- and second-degree burns
Post-operative surgical wounds
Trauma wounds
Contraindications: Do not use on patients with a known sensitivity to silver or propylene glycol.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Composite dressings are sterile, composite dressings made with a soft non-woven fabric coated with hypoallergenic acrylic adhesive and an absorbent pad with a low adherent wound contact layer.
Indications: For lightly exuding superficial and non-infected wounds, including:
Post-operative wounds
Lacerations and abrasions
Skin grafts and donor sites
Minor burns and scalds
Contraindications: Cannot be used on full thickness wounds and burns.
Product description: Cardinal Health™ Wound Cleanser is a gentle, non-irritating formulation that aids in the removal of foreign materials such as dirt and debris from wounds and skin for an effective cleansing action.
No-rinse formula
Non-ionic surfactant
Two option trigger sprayer (spray or stream)
Delivers a PSI of 9.0 at 3 inch spraying distance (which falls within AHCPR guidelines of 4 to 15 PSI)
Indications: May be used for the removal of foreign material, such as dirt and debris, from dermal wounds.