Medihoney Wound and Burn Dressing MEDIHONEY® Paste 1.5 oz. Tube Derma Sciences 31515 Each

MEDIHONEy 1.5 ounce paste tube. Paste is composed of 100% Leptospermum Honey, with no natural gelling agents and is therefore thinner (more runny) in consistency. MEDIHONEY® Paste is indicated for superficial to full thickness wounds and burns that are light to moderately draining. How MEDIHONEY® helps to promote healing.Wounds can be challenging to manage due to a multitude of co-morbid and cascading factors1.These factors include necrotic tissue, elevated levels of pH which can alter the composition of wound exudates, and recurring physical trauma.Mechanisms of ActionHigh OsmolarityPromotes a moisture-balanced environment conducive to optimal wound healing in multiple etiologiesThe high osmotic potential of MEDIHONEY® promotes an outflow of wound fluid that helps to soften and liquefy necrotic tissueMEDIHONEY® aids in autolytic debridement and the removal of necrotic tissue containing factors that can delay wound healingLow pHMEDIHONEY® has a low pH of 3.5-4.5It is associated with lower pH levels within the woundLowering the pH of the wound environment has been shown to have wound healing benefits. (***all statements fround directly on the Medihoney website www.dermasciences.com) HCPCS code: A4649