Frequently Asked Questions

The green color distinguishes Sorbact® from ordinary gauze dressings and makes it easy to localize.

No, the dressing is for single use and all unused material shall be discarded.

There is no latex in either of the Sorbact® dressings nor in pouches or packages.

Sorbact® dressings can be used for management of clean, contaminated, colonized and infected wounds. It reduces bioburden, improves wound healing and decreases wound size. Sorbact® Surgical Dressing has been clinically proven to significantly reduce the risk of SSI in Caesarean sections.

Sorbact® is proven to help reducing pain during wear and odor from the wound site.

Sorbact® can be used for management of clean, contaminated, colonized or infected wounds and is clinically proven in several clinical studies to reduce bioburden. If spreading infection to the surrounding tissue or at systemic infection, it does not replace the need for systemic antibiotic but can be combined.

Sorbact® supports the natural wound healing process by reducing wound bioburden and has clinically been shown to improve wound healing and decrease wound size. It also binds endotoxins that may impair wound healing.*
*In vitro data

Sorbact® has an immediate onset of action and continues to bind during 7 days.

The dressing change frequency depends on exudate levels and the overall condition of the wound and surrounding skin. If fully saturated the dressing should be changed. If the clinical conditions allow, the dressing can be left in place for up to 7 days.

For treatment of fungal infections in skin folds with Sorbact® Ribbon Gauze, daily dressing changes in conjunction with inspection and regular hygiene routines is recommended.

Sorbact® is suitable for a prolonged duration of treatment.

Sorbact® is safe for use in infants and children. There are also several publications on use of Sorbact® in children.

For Sorbact® Gel Dressing, see Instructions for Use on precautions.

Selection of a secondary dressing is depending on exudate levels and change frequency. Example of a suitable secondary dressing is any kind of foam dressing, film dressing with pad or superabsorbent dressing.

Sorbact® Ribbon Gauze is intended for use for treatment of fungal infection in skin folds. It has a soft feeling towards the skin and is available in several sizes that can easily be cut into suitable length. Read more

You can use fatty solutions on the surrounding skin if needed, but not in the wound bed as it may impair the microbe binding effect of Sorbact®.

There is no release of antimicrobial agents from the wound dressing. The effect is based on natural processes and physical interactions between the microbe and the dressing, utilizing the unique Sorbact® Technology.

The allergy risk toward Sorbact® is low and very few adverse events are reported.

Several layers will not improve the effect to reduce bioburden The Sorbact® surface must be in direct contact with the wound bed to utilize the unique technology.

Yes, Sorbact® Compress can be cut to the appropriate size and shape. The remains must be discarded.

Sorbact® Ribbon Gauze is based on cotton gauze and Sorbact® Compress is based on acetate fabric. They have the same bacteria- and fungi binding effect.

Sorbact® Compress must always be in direct contact with the wound bed to have effect. The dressing allows passage of wound exudate into a secondary dressing.

Sorbact® Compress is intended to be used on exuding wounds. Should the dressing adhere to the wound bed, moisten the dressing to assist removal and to avoid disruption of wound bed and surrounding tissue. If the wound is less exuding or dry, our recommendation is to use Sorbact® Gel Dressing. Also choose a secondary dressing that keeps the wound moistened.

Sorbact® Gel Dressing must always be in direct contact with the wound bed to have effect. Selection of a secondary dressing is depending on exudate levels and change frequency. Example of a suitable secondary dressing is any kind of foam dressing or a film dressing with pad.

Choose a size that covers the wound area without overlapping surrounding skin. To keep the dressing moistened for a longer period, it can be folded into multiple layers. Read more

The Sorbact® Gel Dressing has a hydrogel, that contains Carbomer, Propylene Glycol (10%) and demineralized water.

As the gel is water-based, there is a possibility it might dry when applied over a period. To avoid this, try the following:

• Fold the dressing in to multiple layers
• Choose a secondary dressing with the ability to keep it moistened e.g. a foam or film dressing
• More frequent dressing changes might also be needed

Sorbact® Gel Dressing has a high donation capacity that promotes autolytic debridement.

No, the treatment with Sorbact® replaces the use of fungicidal ointments and creams. Fatty products in combination with Sorbact® may impair the effect.

If fixation is required, we recommend using a bra, underwear or a skin friendly adhesive. The adhesive should be applied outside the affected area.

Yes, Sorbact® Ribbon Gauze can be cut to the appropriate size using an aseptic technique. The remains must be discarded if used in wound treatment. The cut end must also always be left outside the cavity and fistula to avoid residual threads in the wound.

Daily dressing change in conjunction with inspection and regular hygiene routines is recommended. Continue to use the dressing for 2-3 days after the symptoms have resolved to avoid recurrence.

Sorbact® Ribbon Gauze is based on cotton gauze and Sorbact® Compress is based on acetate fabric. They have the same bacteria- and fungi binding effect.

The border is made of soft Silicone which allows atraumatic dressing changes. The dressing can also be readjusted if needed.

Yes, the dressing has a showerproof and breathable backing film.

Yes, Sorbact® Foam Dressing can be cut to the appropriate size and shape. The remains must be discarded.

Sorbact® Foam Dressing is intended to be used on low to moderately exuding wounds.

Sorbact® Foam Dressing can be fixated with a wrap or a skin friendly adhesive.

The dressing change frequency depends on exudate levels and the overall condition of the wound and surrounding skin. If fully saturated the dressing should be changed. If the clinical conditions allow, the dressing can be left in place for up to 7 days.

Yes, the dressing has a shower proof semipermeable backing film.

Sorbact® Surgical Dressing is intended to be used on dry to low exuding wounds.

No, as the dressing contains superabsorbent particles within the dressing.

Yes, the dressing can be used in conjunction with compression therapy.

Sorbact® Superabsorbent contains superabsorbers and is intended to be used on high exuding wounds. The absorption capacity of the dressing is 1.23 g/cm² which means that e.g. the 20×30 cm size of the dressing can handle almost 600g of exudate (dressing pad 17.5×27.5 cm).

No, as there are multiple absorption layers inside the dressing.

The green Sorbact® surface should always be in direct contact with the wound bed.

The dressing can be fixated with a wrap or a skin friendly adhesive.