Medline Optifoam Ag Sacral Dressing 6 x 5.5

The Medline Optifoam Ag Sacral Dressing 6 x 5.5 is a sterile antimicrobial foam dressing developed specifically for wounds located around the sacrum. Its anatomical shape, adhesive border, absorbent foam construction and ionic silver technology make it a professional wound care option for hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics and home healthcare environments.

Each box contains 10 individually packaged sterile dressings measuring 6 x 5.5 inches, or approximately 15.2 x 14.2 centimetres.

Anatomical design for the sacral area

Wounds around the sacrum can be difficult to cover with an ordinary square dressing. This Optifoam Ag dressing has a contoured shape designed to fit the sacral region more effectively while providing broad coverage and helping the dressing remain properly positioned.

The adhesive border secures the dressing to intact periwound skin. Its conformable construction follows the body’s contours and helps limit unnecessary movement during wear.

The surrounding skin should be clean, dry and intact before application. The absorbent portion of the dressing must fully cover the wound without placing the adhesive directly over the wound bed.

Antimicrobial barrier with ionic silver

Ionic silver incorporated into the dressing provides continuous antimicrobial protection and helps establish a barrier against bacteria. The dressing can manage repeated bacterial introduction without staining the skin.

This antimicrobial function can be useful when managing wounds where bacterial burden is a clinical concern. However, the dressing does not replace appropriate wound assessment, infection management or systemic treatment when clinically required.

A qualified healthcare professional should evaluate wounds showing increased pain, redness, odour, swelling, heat, unusual drainage or other possible signs of infection.

Highly absorbent foam

Optifoam Ag uses an absorbent foam layer to manage wound fluid and support an appropriately moist wound environment. Its fluid-handling capacity helps reduce the accumulation of excess exudate while providing soft cushioning over the affected area.

The dressing’s moisture vapour transmission rate, or MVTR, adjusts according to the fluid level. This responsive breathability helps manage moisture and can reduce the risk of excess fluid remaining against the wound and surrounding skin.

Waterproof, low-friction outer layer

The waterproof outer film helps protect the covered wound from external moisture and contamination. Its smooth, low-friction surface can also help reduce friction and shear against clothing, bedding and support surfaces.

The outer layer helps prevent fluid strike-through while remaining flexible and conformable. The dressing can be used as part of a broader pressure injury management and prevention protocol, but it does not replace repositioning, pressure redistribution or routine skin assessment.

Recommended professional applications

Medline Optifoam Ag Adhesive Sacral Dressing may be considered for:

• Sacral pressure injuries
• Partial-thickness wounds
• Full-thickness wounds
• Surgical wounds
• Wounds with colonization
• Leg ulcers
• Diabetic foot ulcers
• Donor sites
• Lacerations and abrasions
• Skin tears
• First- and second-degree burns
• Wounds managed under compression bandages

Product selection should be based on wound depth, drainage level, surrounding skin condition and the healthcare professional’s treatment plan.

Dressing wear and replacement

Medline indicates that Optifoam Ag may remain in place for up to seven days. Actual wear time depends on the amount of drainage, the condition of the dressing, the wound and the clinical protocol being followed.

Replace the dressing sooner if it becomes saturated, damaged, loose, contaminated or if fluid reaches the adhesive border. The wound and surrounding skin should be assessed during every dressing change.

Contraindications and precautions

Do not use this product on third-degree burns, active vasculitis lesions or individuals with a known sensitivity to silver or another dressing component.

Healthcare professionals should confirm compatibility before combining a silver dressing with other topical wound products. Always consult the manufacturer’s instructions and applicable clinical protocols.

Each dressing is sterile and intended for single use. Do not reuse it or use an individual package that is open, damaged or compromised.

Product specifications

• Brand: Medline Optifoam® Ag
• Manufacturer: Medline Industries LP
• Manufacturer reference: MSC9606EP
• Product type: Adhesive antimicrobial sacral foam dressing
• Antimicrobial component: Ionic silver
• Dimensions: 6 x 5.5 in
• Metric dimensions: Approximately 15.2 x 14.2 cm
• Application area: Sacrum
• Shape: Anatomically contoured
• Adhesive border: Yes
• Outer layer: Waterproof and low friction
• Sterility: Sterile
• Latex information: Not made with natural rubber latex
• Intended use: Single use
• Maximum indicated wear time: Up to seven days
• Packaging: Box of 10 dressings

ConceptASR supplies professional Medline wound care products to healthcare facilities, clinics, long-term care environments and qualified professionals across Canada and the United States.