{"title":"Smith + Nephew Algisite","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlgisite M Calcium Alginate Dressings by Smith \u0026amp; Nephew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a wound is producing significant amounts of fluid, managing that exudate properly is one of the most important things a dressing can do. Too much moisture left in the wound causes maceration and delays healing. Too little and the wound dries out, forming eschar and slowing the healing process. Algisite M is a fast-gelling calcium alginate dressing that forms a hydrophilic gel when in contact with exudate, helping to create and maintain a moist wound environment. \u003cbr\u003estjohn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calcium-alginate composition is what makes Algisite M highly absorbent, efficiently managing wound exudate by both absorbing and retaining it within the gel, preventing leakage and minimising the potential for maceration. The result is a wound environment that supports healing without the clinician needing to change the dressing more frequently than necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Algisite M?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M is made of fast-gelling, high mannuronic acid fibres from calcium alginate, which is extracted and purified from a natural, renewable source — seaweed. That composition gives the dressing several specific clinical properties that separate it from standard gauze or simple foam dressings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey features include fast-gelling high mannuronic acid fibres, minimal fibre shed construction, high integrity when wet, and a soft, conformable structure. The minimal fibre shed property is worth noting specifically — fibre-based alginates can release fibres when handled, but the advanced bonding technique used in Algisite M greatly reduces the chance of this occurring, which reduces the risk of fibres being left in the wound bed during dressing changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dressing conforms to wound contours, is easy to remove, and its fast-gelling high mannuronic acid fibers provide consistent performance across a range of wound types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClinical Indications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M is indicated for the management of full and partial thickness wounds with moderate to heavy exudate, and which may also be prone to minor bleeding, including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, surgical wounds, and diabetic foot ulcers. It can also be used on lacerations and abrasions with moderate exudate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dressing helps prevent eschar formation and promotes wound contraction. Its haemostatic properties make it appropriate for wounds that bleed lightly during dressing changes — the calcium ions in the alginate activate the clotting cascade, helping to control minor wound bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M is listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in Australia across all three flat sheet sizes, making it accessible for eligible patients through the subsidised wound dressing programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rope format is specifically indicated for cavity wounds, sinuses, and undermined wounds where a flat dressing cannot make sufficient contact with the wound bed to absorb exudate effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Algisite M Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanism is straightforward once you understand calcium alginate chemistry. When the dressing contacts wound exudate, calcium ions in the alginate fibres exchange with sodium ions in the exudate. This ion exchange triggers the fibres to swell and form a soft, cohesive gel that fills the wound surface. The gel absorbs and retains excess moisture, keeping the wound surface moist without becoming waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M can absorb up to 10 times its own weight in exudate, which allows the dressing to remain in the wound for up to 7 days depending on the nature of the wound and the volume of exudate produced. That extended wear time is clinically significant — frequent dressing changes disrupt the wound healing environment and increase the risk of trauma to the wound bed and surrounding tissue. A dressing that performs for longer between changes reduces that disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt removal, the gel structure means the dressing lifts away from the wound cleanly. Algisite M is sterile and non-adherent, which minimises trauma during dressing changes. For heavily saturated dressings, irrigation with saline before removal makes the process easier and more comfortable for the patient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Algisite M from Platinum Health?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe stock Algisite M across the full size range — 5cm x 5cm, 10cm x 10cm, 15cm x 20cm, and the 2cm x 30cm rope — so you’re not sourcing different sizes from different suppliers. Fast nationwide delivery, competitive pricing, and a price match guarantee. Bulk ordering is available for aged care facilities, hospitals, and community nursing services through APEX, our B2B platform. Call us on 1300 604 499 for volume pricing and ongoing supply arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"algisite-m-rope-wound-dressing","title":"Algisite M Rope Wound Dressing - 2 x 30cm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAlgisite M Rope Wound Dressing – Highly Absorbent Calcium Alginate Rope\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M Rope Wound Dressing is a soft, highly absorbent calcium alginate rope designed for packing and managing moderately to heavily exuding wounds. The 2 x 30cm rope format is ideal for cavity wounds, tunnelling wounds, and areas where a traditional flat dressing cannot conform effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dressing forms a soft gel on contact with wound exudate, helping maintain a moist healing environment while supporting gentle removal with minimal trauma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Algisite M Rope Wound Dressing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M Rope is engineered to provide excellent absorbency and conformability, making it suitable for deep or irregular wound shapes. Its calcium alginate composition supports natural wound healing while reducing the risk of maceration to surrounding skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRope format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for packing cavity and tunnelling wounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly absorbent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manages moderate to heavy exudate effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForms a soft gel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains a moist wound environment to support healing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimises trauma to fragile tissue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible and conformable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easily adapts to irregular wound shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Variants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2 x 30cm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rope dressing suitable for deep or narrow wound sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndications for Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity and tunnelling wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to heavily exuding wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenous leg ulcers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiabetic foot ulcers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurgical wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleanse the wound according to local protocol.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently place the Algisite M Rope into the wound cavity without overfilling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply an appropriate secondary absorbent dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fix in place using suitable retention methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace dressing based on exudate levels and clinical guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Shop with Platinum Health Supply?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorised distributor of genuine Smith \u0026amp; Nephew products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompetitive pricing and bulk order options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast, Australia‑wide delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFriendly support for carers, clinicians, and NDIS participants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Order?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M Rope Wound Dressing provides reliable absorbency and gentle wound management. Order today or contact us for bulk supply options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca style=\"background: #0073e6; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-weight: bold; display: inline-block; margin-right: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumhealthsupply.com.au\/collections\/smith-nephew\"\u003e Shop Full Smith \u0026amp; Nephew Range \u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca style=\"background: #28a745; color: #fff; padding: 10px 20px; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; font-weight: bold; display: inline-block;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.platinumhealthsupply.com.au\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003e Contact for Bulk Orders \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Smith \u0026 Nephew","offers":[{"title":"Each","offer_id":49629741482304,"sku":"SN66000522\/E","price":17.35,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Units Per Box","offer_id":49676995166528,"sku":"SN66000522\/B","price":86.73,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/5938\/5664\/files\/Algisite_M_Rope_Wound_Dressing_2.png?v=1767328760"},{"product_id":"algisite-m-wound-dressing","title":"Algisite M Wound Dressing","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlgisite M Wound Dressing – Soft, highly absorbent calcium alginate dressing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M Wound Dressing is a soft, conformable calcium alginate dressing designed to absorb exudate and support a moist wound healing environment. It is ideal for carers, nurses, aged care providers, NDIS participants, and home users managing moderate to heavily exuding wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen in contact with wound fluid, Algisite M forms a soft gel that helps maintain moisture balance while protecting the wound bed and surrounding skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Algisite M Wound Dressing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlgisite M provides excellent absorbency and gentle wound contact, making it suitable for a wide range of wound types. The dressing conforms easily to body contours and is comfortable for patients, while its gel‑forming action supports natural healing and atraumatic removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium alginate technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forms a soft gel on contact with exudate to maintain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly absorbent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for moderate to heavily exuding wounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConformable and soft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moulds easily to wound shapes and body contours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle removal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to minimise trauma to the wound bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for cavity wounds, ulcers, and surgical sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Variants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5 x 5cm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for small wound areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 x 10cm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for medium‑sized wounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e15 x 20cm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides coverage for larger or deeper wound sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndications for Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to heavily exuding wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeg ulcers and diabetic foot ulcers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurgical wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCavity wounds and traumatic injuries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cleanse the wound according to local protocol and dry surrounding skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a dressing size that extends beyond the wound edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place the dressing directly into or over the wound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover with an appropriate secondary dressing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replace when the dressing becomes saturated or as directed by clinical guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Shop with Platinum Health Supply?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authorised supplier of trusted healthcare brands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive pricing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Affordable options with bulk discounts available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable, Australia‑wide shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpert support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friendly team ready to assist with product selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReady to Order?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Algisite M Wound Dressing for effective absorption and gentle wound management. 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