Algivon Plus

• Ensure the wound has been cleaned
• Gently dry the surrounding skin
• Remove from packaging
• Place (either side down) onto the wound surface
• Dressings can be placed side-by-side to cover large wound areas, or cut to size for smaller areas.
• Cover with an appropriate secondary dressing.
• Store at room temperature

Frequency of Change

Depending on clinical observation, dressing may be left in place for up to 7 days. Algivon Plus will be less effective as the honey is diluted by wound exudates, to maintain an effective level change the dressing when the colour changes significantly.

Due to the nature of honey, it can solidify at cold temperatures and become more malleable at warmer temperatures. If the product has hardened, warm between hands to soften before use. If the product has become too soft, place in a colder place such as a fridge for a few minutes

Top tip: Algivon Plus has the capacity to absorb exudate so is ideal for use on wetter wounds.

Algivon Plus may be applied to any wound but especially:

• Pressure ulcers,
• Leg ulcers,
• Diabetic ulcers,
• Surgical wounds,
• Burns
• Graft sites
• Infected wounds.

Contra-indications
Although the honey is not absorbed into the blood stream, we advise monitoring the blood glucose levels in patients with diabetes. Do not use if allergic to bee venom. Discomfort can be experienced when honey is applied, depending on sensitivity of the wound it may be necessary to consider an appropriate level of analgesia. The initial discomfort usually subsides, however if it does continue, discontinue use and irrigate the wound with saline solution.