Wound Product

Friars Balsam (25ml)

Last Updated
19 May 2025

Quick Overview

Benzo compound that is used for many reasons but for wound care it is very useful to make skin very tacky. Think the dance floor at 2am after everyone has spilt their drinks.

Maximum Wear Time

1 use

Exudate Management

Nil

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Product Information

HMIF / Ordering Code

Order through pharmacy

Categories

Ordering Description

Nil

Specifications

Volume: 25ml |

Uses

  • Use to support All adhesive sticking dressings

Positives

Applying 1 -2 coats and allowing the balsam to dry will aid in dressings stick to macerated skin
No residue is left once the dressing is removed

Limitations

  • Once a dressing is applied to it the dressing can not be adjusted as it will lift the layer of friars balsam off as well

Precautions

  • Stings on contact with open wounds