Use for: <BR>Protecting minor wounds, cut, scrapes, burns, blisters and post-surgical incisions <BR>A protective cover on reddened or fragile skin <BR>Dressing and securing I.V. catheters or other tubing<BR>Can be worn in shower or bath.

Abstract. 'Tegaderm', a semi-permeable, self-adhesive dressing made of polyurethane film, applied to intact upper arm skin in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients reduced the aerobic skin flora compared to adjacent exposed skin sites.

3M Healthcare Product is manufactured and licensed by 3M Healthcare. Product is categorized as a adhesive film dressings. Hcpcs: A6257. 3M Healthcare tegaderm transparent adhesive film dressing frame style 2-3/8" X 2-3/4", water-proof, sterile.

The name Tegaderm comes from the Latin prefix "tega" meaning 'cover' and the Greek root "derm" meaning 'skin'.

Tegaderm™ dressings are breathable, sterile, transparent and waterproof, and provide a barrier to external contaminants. Conformable - flexes with skin for greater patient comfort 3M™ Tegaderm™ Transparent Film Dressing conforms to body contours, stretches easily, and prevents stress on the skin when the patient moves.

3-4 DAYS Tegaderm, a sterile, breathable, waterproof, germ-proof barrier to protect your new tattoo. Leave the Tegaderm on for 3-4 DAYS do not lift it, change it or remove it.

The Tegaderm™ Foam Family of Dressings offers clinicians two adhesive systems to meet your patient needs. Tegaderm™ High Performance Foam Adhesive Dressing featuring an acrylate adhesive, is ideal for most cases as a general use foam dressing, securing especially well to difficult body contours (heels, elbows, etc.)

CHG Chlorhexidine Gluconate I.V. Tegaderm™ CHG Chlorhexidine Gluconate I.V.

After 3-4 days, remove the Tegaderm by carefully peeling it off of your skin. Do not quickly tear it off, as this can cause skin irritation. The easiest way to soften the adhesive is to stand in a hot shower for several minutes and remove the covering in the shower.

Leave Tegaderm on for 3 to 5 days. Remove Tegaderm by peeling back the edges and pulling the sheet back over itself in the direction of hair growth. If there is still a strong adhesion, try removing the bandage in a warm shower.

Your artist will bandage your new tattoo with Tegaderm. He will provide you with a second bandage. Leave the original bandage on overnight.

3M™ Tegaderm™ Silicone Foam Dresssings feature 3M's innovative silicone adhesive technology, providing an optimal balance of strong and gentle, making them an excellent choice for wound management and pressure ulcer/injury prevention programs.

With 3M's patented spoke delivery system and a highly conformable thin, low-profile edge, this multilayer silicone foam dressing provides strong and gentle adhesion with easy application and removal for a more positive clinician experience.

I love Hypafix. I have extremely sensitive skin, so using tegaderm or medical tape on a long-term basis has ripped my skin and caused blisters and even small open wounds. Once I found Hypafix, I was able to cover gauze or padding over a surgical scar and other wounds from a car accident.

Aftercare with Tegaderm Bandage Your bandage is specially designed to stay on the surface of the tattoo for 3-4 days. You can shower with the bandage, just avoid getting too much hot water or soap on the bandage itself.

3-4 days After 3-4 days, remove the Tegaderm by carefully peeling it off of your skin. Do not quickly tear it off, as this can cause skin irritation. The easiest way to soften the adhesive is to stand in a hot shower for several minutes and remove the covering in the shower.