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Topical silicone has empirically been shown to have positive impact on hypertrophic scars and keloids. It may take from 3 months up to a year or more to improve an old scar, depending on the condition of the scar tissue. Mepiform shall optimally be worn 24 hours a day. It is recommended that Mepiform is removed once a day, e.g. when showering or bathing, for inspection and washing of the skin. For prophylactic treatment, Mepiform shall be used for 2-6 months depending on the condition of the scar.

Benefits of Mepiform
• Minimises pain and trauma at dressing changes
• No extra fixation is needed
• Mepiform is thin, flexible and discreet
• Can be worn in daily activities
• Can be reapplied
• Mepiform can be used for several day

Areas of use
Mepiform is designed for the management of old and new hypertrophic scars, keloids and closed wounds which may prevent the formation of hypertrophic and keloids scars.

Product description
Mepiform is a thin, discreet and flexible dressing consisting of a
laminate (polyurethane and nonwoven) covered with a soft silicone gel.

Safetac Technology
Safetac is a patented soft silicone adhesive technology.
On the skin, a dressing with Safetac has gentle but secure adhesion
with no epidermal stripping or pain on removal.

Intended use
Mepiform is designed for the management of both old and new
hypertrophic and keloid scars. It can also be used as a prophylactic
therapy on closed wounds for prevention of hypertrophic or keloid
scarring.

Instructions for use
Application

1. Open the packaging and remove the dressing.
2. If necessary, cut to appropriate size allowing overlap of minimum 1 cm.
3. When applying Mepiform, make sure the area is dry. When used together with ointment or cream, ensure the dressing covers an area beyond the cream.
4. Remove the release film and apply Mepiform over the scar / wound. Avoid stretching when applying over joints.
   

Dressing change and removal

1. Mepiform should optimally be worn for 24 hours a day.
   Remove the dressing once per day for inspection and washing
   of the skin. The dressing can then be reapplied.
2. Mepiform should under normal conditions be changed every 3 - 7 days or when the adherent properties of the dressing are no longer sufficient.
3. Mepiform is waterproof and can be worn while bathing and
   showering.
   

Precautions
Should maceration or rash occur, remove the dressing and allow the
skin to recover until the symptom has disappeared, then continue
treatment gradually increasing therapy time. If the symptom persists,
discontinue use and consult a physician for advice.

Sterility and storage: Sterility is guaranteed unless inner package is
damaged or opened prior to use. Do not re-sterilise.

Mepiform and Safetac are registered trademarks of Mölnlycke Health Care AB.