Burn Gel / Burn Dressing – First Aid Burn Care

Description

Burn Gel / Burn Dressing – First Aid Burn Care

Burn Gel / Burn Dressing is designed for first-aid management of appropriate minor burns. Depending on the product, it may provide a cooling and soothing effect and help protect the affected area.

Key Features

• Designed for first-aid burn care
• Cooling and soothing effect depending on formulation
• Easy to apply
• Burn dressing options may provide a protective covering
• Convenient for first-aid kits
• Suitable for home, workplace and travel first-aid kits
• Available as gel, sachet, tube or dressing depending on manufacturer

Common Uses

• Appropriate minor thermal burns
• Minor scalds
• First-aid burn care
• Cooling and protecting appropriate minor burn areas

Product Types

Burn-care products may be available as:

• Burn Gel Tube
• Burn Gel Sachet
• Hydrogel Burn Dressing
• Burn Dressing Pad

Composition and dressing material vary by manufacturer.

How to Use

For a minor thermal burn, cool the affected area under cool or lukewarm running water for about 20 minutes as soon as practical.

Remove jewellery or tight items near the affected area if they are not stuck to the skin.

Do not use ice directly on the burn.

After appropriate cooling, use the burn gel or dressing only according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Precautions

• For external use only.
• Do not use ice directly on burns.
• Do not apply butter, toothpaste or other household remedies.
• Do not intentionally break burn blisters.
• Do not use a product if its sterile packaging is damaged when supplied sterile.
• Avoid contact with eyes unless the product is specifically intended for that area.
• Stop use if significant irritation or allergic reaction occurs.

Seek Medical Attention

Seek prompt medical assessment for severe, deep or extensive burns; electrical or chemical burns; burns involving the face, eyes, hands, feet, genitals or major joints; significant blistering; or signs of infection.

Storage

Store according to the manufacturer’s instructions in a cool and dry place away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.

Disclaimer

Burn gels and burn dressings vary in composition, size, sterility and intended use. Verify all claims and directions from the actual product packaging before publishing.