Steripore Safe is an extremely popular, hypoallergenic, microporous tape brought to you by your trusted partner and manufacturer of medical supplies, Sterimed. Microporous Tape has become a widely used product in dressing wounds and securing tubing by medical practitioners around the world. Here’s all you want to know about Steripore Safe, the microporous tape by Sterimed.
Q1. What makes Steripore Safe, the microporous tape by Sterimed unique?
A1. Steripore Safe, the microporous tape by Sterimed fights with the infection and helps recuperate the skin due to its unique anti-microbial properties. It is waterproof, breathable, adheres firmly to the skin and ensures minimal adhesive residue upon removal.
Q2. What are the uses of Steripore Safe microporous tape?
A2. The Steripore Safe microporous tape is used for securing osteomy pouches, securing catheters, fixing dressing on damp skin, securing lightweight tubing, and also for repeated taping on fragile skin.
Q3. Is Steripore Safe microporous tape safe for the skin?
A3. Steripore Safe microporous tape is one of its kind hypoallergenic, non-toxic, non- irritant microporous tape with uniform and gentle adhesive coating. Its silicon adhesive gel ensures soft peel with minimal residue after removal. It has special anti- microbial qualities for fast healing and enhanced infection control.
Q4. How is Steripore Safe different from other microporous tapes available in the market?
A4. Most microporous tapes are transported and stored under non-sterile conditions. This makes them carrier of infection and puts the patients on risk when used. Steripore Safe microporous tape addresses this problem of infection control with an effective solution. Steripore Safe is made from special microporous fabric coated with broad spectrum anti-microbial agent. This special anti-microbial covering minimizes the risk of tape itself being carrier of infection.
Q5. How to store Steripore Safe microporous tape?
A5. It is recommended to store Steripore Safe microporous tape under normal conditions at room temperature.
Q6. Is Steripore Safe microporous tape reliable?
A6. Steripore Safe- microporous tape is absolutely reliable as it’s manufactured as per the British pharmacopeia (BP) guidelines.
Q7. What size wound does Steripore Safe covers?
A7. Steripore Safe-microporous tape comes in varying thickness and can be used be used on wounds or applications of different sizes.
Q8. What all kind of sizes and packings are available in Steripore Safe microporous tape?
A8. Steripore Safe microporous is available in following sizes and packings:
| SIZES & PACKING |
| Size | Carton Size | Gross Weight |
| 1/2″,1″,2″x9.1mtr | 490x435x250mm | 15kg |
| 3″x9.1mtr | 440x345x360mm | 15kg |
| 1/2″,1″,2″x5mtr | 440x400x250mm | 9.7kg |
| 3″x5mtr | 430x330x360mm | 9.7kg |
Also, each carton contains 48 boxes.
Q9. How to apply and remove Steripore Safe microporous tape?
A9. Instructions to apply:
- Firstly, clean and dry the surface. The skin shouldn’t be moist.
- Secondly, apply the tape gently by placing and pressing down from the center and towards the edges.
- Finally, optimize adhesion by firmly pressing the tape on to the surface. This will ensure that the tape stays on its place.
Instructions to remove:
- Firstly loosen the tape from all the ends.
- Now, gradually remove the tape in the direction of hair growth.
- Brace the skin throughout the procedure.
