Highly Absorbent, Latex-free Maxorb Extra Ag Silver Alginate is a highly absorbent, non-woven pad composed of a high G (guluronic acid) calcium alginate, carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and ionic silver. Exposure to wound exudates dissolves the silver and stimulates the release of silver ions. As more fluid is absorbed over time, more silver ions are released, creating a controlled-release, antimicrobial effect. The silver ions protect from a broad spectrum of microorganisms, including MRSA and VRE. Plus Maxorb Extra Ag releases silver in extremely small amounts that do not damage healthy tissue. It is biocompatible, nonirritating, nonsensitizing and will not harm new granulation tissue. Features: For moderate to heavily draining wounds Helps manage bacterial burden with controlled-release ionic silver Up to 21-day antimicrobial protection Easy dressing changes Highly absorbent Reduces odor Fluid will not wick laterally Indications: pressure injuries; leg ulcers; first and second-degree burns; moderate to heavily draining partial and full-thickness wounds; diabetic foot ulcers; surgical wounds; graft and donor sites; and trauma wounds Contraindications: third-degree burns; dry or lightly draining wounds; patients with a known sensitivity to alginates or silver; to control heavy bleeding; as a surgical implant May be left in place for up to 21 days Dressing change frequency will depend on amount of drainage