The film should not be applied to the area immediately surrounding the catheter. Antimicrobial prep solutions should be allowed to dry completely before application of the barrier film.
#Cavilon barrier film skin
Versions (1 mL and 3 mL wand) may be used to protect skin from repeated dressing changes. Q: Can Cavilon Film be used around intravenous catheter insertion sites?Ī: Yes. We are not able to comment on the effect on other manufacturers’ products. Q: Does Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film affect adhesion?Ī: The product does not interfere with adhesion of 3M Medical Tapes or adhesive dressings. However, 3M No Sting Barrier Film may not adhere adequately if the dermis is exposed and the affected area is weeping. Q: Can this product be used on open skin?Ī: Yes, the product is non-stinging, and non-cytotoxic (meaning it will not interfere with healing). Avoid using around flames and sources of ignition. Warnings: Cavilon No Sting Barrier, in liquid form, is flammable use in well ventilated area. If desired, it may be removed with a gentle medical adhesive remover. Buildup of barrier film may look like white scaling but is not harmful. Removal of Barrier Film: It is not necessary to remove Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film. Reapplication of Cavilon Barrier is necessary each time dressing and/or adhesive products are changed the barrier film is removed by the adhesive.Allow Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film to thoroughly dry before covering with dressings or adhesive products.When used under adhesive tapes, dressings, or devices: If Cavilon Barrier Film is applied to area with skin folds or other skin-to-skin contact, make sure that skin contact areas are separated to allow the film to thoroughly dry before returning to normal position.If an area is missed, reapply to that area only after first application of Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film has dried (approximately 30 seconds).Apply a uniform coating of film over entire area of concern.Skin should be clean and dry prior to application of Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film.
#Cavilon barrier film full
intravenous therapy catheter sites and full or partial thickness woundsĪpplication of Moisture Cavilon Barrier : As the only covering in situations that require dressing protection from bacterial contamination/ penetration, e.g.When to use 3M Cavilon Barrier Film? Skin Care Condition Type
It is flexible and conforms to the skin during movement and position changes allowing for a continuous skin protection barrier