Manuka Honey Gauze for Wound Dehiscence, Minor Burns, Donor Sites, Acute Wounds, Ulcers
Indications
Honey gauzes are suitable for chronic and acute wounds, hard-to-heal wounds, infectious wounds, exudative wounds, and wounds requiring debridement.
Examples include first- and second-degree burns, diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, cuts, abrasions, and other types of wounds.
Pairs well with
Manuka Honey Gauze for Wound Dehiscence, Minor Burns, Donor Sites, Acute Wounds, Ulcers
DETAILS
Material
- Natural Manuka honey
- Sterile gauze
Main Mechanism
- Antibacterial Action: Manuka honey is rich in natural antibacterial components such as methylglyoxal (MGO), which effectively inhibit bacterial growth and prevent wound infection. The enzymes in honey also produce hydrogen peroxide, further enhancing its antibacterial effect.
- Moist Healing: Manuka honey gauze dressings create a moist environment on the wound, helping to keep the wound moist, promoting cell regeneration, and accelerating healing. The moist environment also helps reduce pain and minimize scarring.
- Moisture Absorption and Debridement: The dressing absorbs wound exudate, keeps the wound moist, and promotes the removal of necrotic tissue, helping to clean the wound. The sticky nature of honey helps to trap exudate in the gauze, preventing bacterial growth.
- Coagulation Promotion: The natural components in honey can promote blood clotting, aiding in hemostasis, especially effective in reducing bleeding during the early stages of injury.
- Anti-inflammatory Action: Manuka honey has anti-inflammatory properties that help alleviate inflammation around the wound, reducing swelling and redness, and promoting comfortable healing.
- Protective Action: The thin layer of honey formed by the dressing protects the wound from external irritation, helping prevent further damage and infection.
Cautions
- A known allergy to honey or bee venom.
- Honey gauze dressing contains glucose, although it it considered safe for use by diabetics. However, it's advisable to closely monitor blood sugar levels during use.
- A few patients experience increased pain due when this dressing is applied, but this can be helped by ensureing the dressing is at room temperature before using.
- Honey gauze dressing may be changed daily, or left in place for up to 7 days, but for maximum effectiveness, it should be changed when the dressing color changes.
- A secondary dressing, such as silicone foam dressing or Island dressing, should be used in combination.
Honey Gauze Dressings: Gentle Care for Faster Healing
Natural Antimicrobial Properties: Infused with medical-grade honey, these dressings help inhibit bacterial growth, minimizing infection risks and ensuring a cleaner wound environment.
Moisture Regulation: The honey component keeps the wound area moist, promoting faster healing, while the gauze helps absorb excess exudate, preventing maceration of surrounding skin.
Soothing and Non-Adherent: Honey soothes the wound site, reducing discomfort, and the gauze is designed to be non-adherent, making dressing changes easy and minimizing trauma.
Versatile and Convenient: Suitable for a wide range of wounds, including burns, surgical sites, and chronic wounds, these dressings are easy to apply and ideal for professional and home care.
Easy to Use
Clean
Clean the wound and dry the surrounding skin gently.
Remove
Remove the releas film of both sides.
Cut
Take out the wound dressing and cut it to the appropriate size.
Fixed
Fixed with medical tape and other dressing.
You asked,we answered.
What types of wounds is it suitable for?
- First- and second-degree burns
- Diabetic foot ulcers
- Surgical and traumatic wounds
- Skin grafts and donor sites
- Pressure ulcers
- Infected or slow-healing wounds
How does the honey in the dressing help with wound care?
Medical honey has natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It helps:
- Reduce bacterial load and odor
- Maintain a moist healing environment
- Gently debride necrotic tissue
- Soothe the wound and reduce pain
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, honey gauze dressings are generally safe for sensitive skin, but a patch test is recommended for patients with known honey or bee product allergies. They are also commonly used in pediatric wound care under medical supervision.
Does the dressing stick to the wound?
Honey gauze is non-adherent to the wound bed, which means it won’t stick to healing tissue, making dressing changes more comfortable and less traumatic.
How often should I change the dressing?
Typically, dressing changes are done every 1–3 days, depending on the amount of exudate and the wound condition. For heavily exuding wounds, daily changes may be required.
Will the honey leak out of the dressing?
Some slight seepage of honey may occur, especially in warm environments or on highly exuding wounds. A good secondary dressing will contain any excess.
Can it be used on infected wounds?
Yes. Honey gauze is often used on infected or high-risk wounds due to its broad-spectrum antibacterial effects. However, serious infections should always be evaluated by a healthcare provider.