Description Melolin consists of a highly absorbent cotton and acrylic fibre pad which is heat bonded on one side to a very thin perforated polyester film. The film side of the dressing is placed next to the wound. Melolin consists of three layers: Low adherent perforated film Highly absorbent cotton/acrylic pad Hydrophobic backing layer Benefits: Low adherent perforated film Allows for rapid drainage of exudate, reducing trauma to healing tissue Highly absorbent cotton/acrylic pad Patient comfort Cushions and protects Comfortable and minimises pain on removal Easy to cut to shape Retains its integrity when cut Non-sensitising Inert and non-sensitising Delays time to strike through Significant improvement in terms of strike through, therefore requiring fewer dressing changes
