Buyer’s Guide: Xeroform Dressings

Medical Monks Staff

Xeroform is a type of gauze dressing made for wounds with little-to-no exudate. The appeal of Xeroform wound dressings comes from the fact that they are somewhat breathable and don’t stick to the wound. This makes the application and removal process simple without harming the wound.  Most Xeroform dressings contain 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate to fight bacteria as the wound heals. They also hold a petrolatum blend to keep the wound moist, which promotes a better healing environment. 

What Are The Full Benefits of Xeroform Wound Dressings? 

While we touched on this in the previous section, there is a long list of benefits provided by Xeroform dressings. Here are some other reasons these dressings are recommended for certain wounds: 
  • The gauze is soft, non-irritating, and breathable. 
  • Doesn’t stick to the wound, so less painful to remove. 
  • Keeps the wound area moist for better healing. 
  • Helps deodorize or reduce bad smell from the wound. 
  • Has properties to control bacteria. 
  • Fits different parts of the body well to stay in place. 

What is Xeroform Used For? 

Xeroform is used as a dressing for several different wound types, such as: 
  • Lacerations
  • Skin-graft sites
  • Sutures
  • Abrasions
  • Donor sites
  • Surgical incision sites
  • First and second degree burns
Xeroform should NOT be used for wounds that are infected. It’s also not recommended to use these dressings for high-exudate wounds, as the gauze dressing can absorb some exudate but is not suited for a medium-to-high amount. 

Buying Xeroform Dressings: What You Need To Know

Before buying Xeroform dressings, you’ll want to consult with your medical team to see if this dressing type is appropriate for your situation.  These dressings come in different pad sizes, and you can conveniently order different quantities at Medical Monks. This starts from an individual dressing up to a box of 200 where supplies lasts. 

Xeroform Occlusive Petrolatum Gauze Dressing 

The Xeroform Occlusive Petrolatum Gauze Dressing contains 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate, which fights bacteria and helps prevent infections. This dressing does not stick to wounds; it has petrolatum to keep the wound moist for better healing.  What People Are Saying: 
  • “This product is absolutely the best!”
  • “These keep the wounds moist for much faster healing and skin growth”
Rating: 5 out of 5 based on 16 independent reviews

Xeroform Non-occlusive Gauze Dressing

The Xeroform Non-occlusive Gauze Dressing has 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate to prevent bacteria growth in the wound. These dressings are meant to be gentle on wounds while not sticking to the site. 

Key benefits: 

  • Keeps wound moist, but gentle and allows it to breathe. 
  • Used for lacerations, abrasions, burns, skin graft sites, new sutures, and more. 

Rating: 4.7/5 based on 3 independent reviews

Simpurity Xeroform Impregnated Gauze Wound Dressing

The Simpurity Xeroform Impregnated Gauze Wound Dressing is a sterile, non-sticky dressing made of soft gauze. It has an antimicrobial petrolatum blend and can shape to different parts of the body. 

What People Are Saying: 

  • “Sanitary and does its job”

Rating: 5 of 5 based on 1 independent review

Gentell XeroForm Medicated Petrolatum Dressing

The Gentell XeroForm Dressing is a soft, absorbent gauze dressing made of fine mesh. It is latex-free and contains a petrolatum blend that helps fight off bacteria. 

Key Benefits:  

  • Ideal for light exuding wounds, burns, lacerations, and abrasions. 
  • Contains 3% Bismuth Tribromphenate petrolatum blend

DermaSciences Xeroform Petrolatum Dressing

The Xeroform Petrolatum Dressing by DermaSciences is a unique dressing soaked in petrolatum. This helps keep wounds clean and heal properly. This dressing is suitable for chronic, deep wounds that are not infected. 

Key Features: 

  • Helps control bacteria in wound. 
  • Has deodorizing properties. 
  • For post-operative wounds, burns, skin grafts, pressure ulcers, and more.

What is Bismuth Tribromophenate? 

You may have noticed in the products above that they contain 3% bismuth tribromophenate. This ingredient has antimicrobial properties to help keep the wound bacteria-free. 

Overall, this lowers the risk of infection and helps the wound heal.

How To Use Xeroform Dressings

Before using a Xeroform dressing, consult with your medical team for input on how to approach your unique situation. 

To apply the dressing, see the following steps: 

  1. Clean the wound. Dry the skin around the wound. Don’t place the dressing until the skin is dry. 
  2. Apply the Xeroform gauze directly over the wound. 
  3. Secure with a secondary dressing if necessary. 

Shop Xeroform Dressings Today

If you are looking for Xeroform dressings, then the Medical Monks team has you covered! We offer top-quality options at affordable prices in our shop. 

Explore our complete Xeroform dressing selection for more insights and choices. And remember, we’re here to help with any question you may have.

The MEDICAL MONKS STAFF brings to the table decades of combined knowledge and experience in the medical products industry.

Edited for content by ADAM PAGE.

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