Wound Product

Viscopaste (Zinc Sock) – 7.5cm x 6m – Shepparton Retirement Village

Last Updated
27 April 2025

Quick Overview

A sock impregnated with zinc cream used where chronic venous insufficiency exist can be used as a primary contact layer under compression bandaging or hosiery

Maximum Wear Time

3 days / 7 days

Exudate Management

Scant

Application Orientation

Either side

Alternatives

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Product Information

HMIF / Ordering Code

750815

Categories

Brand

Specifications

Width: 7.5cm | Length: 6000cm |

Uses

  • Large skin irritation areas
  • Vasculitis
  • Large broken ulcerative areas

Positives

  • Contains zinc, white soft paraffin and liquid paraffin so it will not dry or adhere
  • Comfortable and soothing
  • Reduces skin irritation

Limitations

  • Can be very bulky once secondary dressing is applied
  • Doesn’t absorb more than scant exudate

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