1635 - Solventum Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing with Border - 3 1/2" x 4 1/4", 50/bx, 4 bx/cs

Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing with Border - 3 1/2" x 4 1/4", 50/bx, 4 bx/cs

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The Solventum Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing (SKU 1635) is a sterile, waterproof, and breathable securement dressing designed for both peripheral and central vascular access sites. This 3 1/2 inch x 4 1/4 inch (8.5 cm x 10.5 cm) dressing features a reinforced cloth border and a specialized notched design that fits snugly around catheter hubs and lumens. The high-clarity transparent window allows for continuous clinical monitoring of the insertion site, while the reinforced perimeter provides the extra stabilization and durability required to prevent edge-lift in high-movement areas or for catheters with heavy infusion tubing.

Key Features

• Reinforced Cloth Border: Features a non-woven, soft cloth perimeter that increases the adhesive surface area and provides superior resistance to "edge-lift," ensuring the dressing remains secure even on active patients or near joints.
• Specialized Notched Design: Specifically engineered with a deep notch to accommodate catheter tubing and hubs, allowing for a more secure and contoured fit around the device to prevent migration.
• Waterproof and Viral Barrier: Effectively blocks external liquids and microorganisms—including viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger—while the dressing remains intact, protecting the insertion site from environmental contamination.
• High Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate (MVTR): Designed with advanced film technology that allows for exceptional breathability, keeping the skin dry and reducing the risk of moisture-related skin damage (MASD) under the dressing.
• Continuous Site Visibility: The high-clarity transparent window provides an unobstructed view of the catheter insertion site, enabling healthcare providers to assess for signs of infection or complications without disturbing the dressing.
• Securement Strips and Documentation Label: Includes sterile tape strips for additional catheter anchoring and a pre-printed label for documenting the date and time of the dressing change.

Ideal Clinical Applications

• Central Venous Catheter (CVC) Securement: Ideal for jugular and subclavian central lines where high-strength stabilization and a sterile barrier are required.
• Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC): Provides the necessary footprint and adhesive strength to secure PICC lines on the upper arm effectively.
• Peripheral IV Management: Used for standard IV sites in patients where a larger, bordered dressing is preferred for added durability against friction from clothing.
• Midline Catheters: Offers a secure, sterile cover for midline access devices, accommodating the catheter hub while keeping the insertion site visible.
• Arterial Lines: Provides reliable securement and protection for arterial catheters that require frequent monitoring and inspection.

Product Details

Brand: Tegaderm™ Solventum (formerly 3M™)

Product Type: IV Securement Dressing with Adhesive-Free Window

Compatible With: Central Venous Catheters (CVCs), PICC lines, arterial catheters, and large-bore peripheral IVs

Latex Status: Not Made with Natural Rubber Latex

Single-Use / Reusable: Single-Use

Packaging

Tegaderm™ IV Transparent Film Dressing with Border - 3 1/2" x 4 1/4", 50/bx, 4 bx/cs

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Important Safety Information

Drug Patch Contraindication: Do not use this dressing to cover medicated drug delivery patches (e.g., fentanyl or nicotine). The occlusive nature of the film can dangerously increase the rate of drug absorption, potentially leading to an overdose.

Skin Tension Warning: Do not stretch the dressing during application. Applying the film or the reinforced border under tension can cause mechanical skin trauma and tension blisters.

Hemostasis Requirement: Active bleeding must be controlled and adequate hemostasis achieved at the insertion site before applying the dressing to ensure a secure, long-lasting seal.