{"title":"Burn Care","description":"\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurn Care \u0026amp; Management\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA burn is a thermal injury to the skin caused by exposure to heat, chemicals, or physical agents, and is typically classified by depth — from first-degree (superficial) to second-degree (partial thickness) and third-degree (full thickness) burns. Effective management of burns, particularly partial thickness injuries, requires dressings that promote healing, protect against infection, and maintain a moist wound environment. Our range of burn dressings is designed to provide optimal comfort and support throughout the healing process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"isPasted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe best dressing for a burn depends on the depth of the burn, location, and amount of exudate (fluid). Here’s a breakdown of commonly used and effective burn dressings, grouped by type and purpose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperficial (First-Degree) Burns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese affect only the top layer of skin (epidermis). The goal is to soothe pain and protect the area.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended dressings:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrogel dressings (e.g. ActiFormCool, Intrasite Gel) – provide cooling relief and maintain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicone-coated dressings (e.g. Mepitel®) – non-adherent and protect new skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilm dressings (e.g. Opsite Flexifix, Tegaderm) – transparent and breathable; useful once the burn is closed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePartial Thickness (Second-Degree) Burns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese involve both the epidermis and part of the dermis. The goal is to absorb exudate, reduce infection risk, and support healing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRecommended dressings:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrofiber dressings with silver (e.g. AQUACEL® Ag BURN) – absorb exudate, release ionic silver to prevent infection, and form a soft gel that conforms to the wound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlginate dressings (e.g. Kaltostat, Algisite M) – excellent absorption for moderate to heavy exudate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrocolloid dressings (e.g. DuoDERM®) – maintain a moist environment and promote autolytic debridement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoam dressings with silver (e.g. Mepilex® Ag, Allevyn Ag) – absorbent, antimicrobial, and cushioning for comfort.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Thickness (Third-Degree) Burns\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese affect all skin layers and often require surgical or specialist management. Dressings are used to protect the wound and control infection before grafting or further treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRecommended dressings:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver or antimicrobial foam dressings (e.g. Mepilex® Ag, AQUACEL® Ag Foam) – reduce infection risk and manage exudate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharcoal dressings with silver (e.g. Actisorb Silver 220) – control odour and bacteria.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"fixxa-burn-gel","title":"Fixxa Burn Gel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eThe Fixxa Burn Gel is a sterile trauma gel that helps cool and soothes the pain. This burn gel contains Tea Tree Oil which helps prevent infection from occurring.??\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply gel freely onto the affected area. Cover if necessary. Repeat application if required, seek medical attention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\" style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eDesigned to help soothe and offer instant relief from burns, scalds and sunburn\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eThe gel helps to moisturise the burn and the anti-bacterial properties protect the burn from infection and minimises trauma and skin damage\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003ePromotes healing, moistens, cools and soothes.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eNon-Adherent\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eNon-Toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fixxa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57013000241496,"sku":"5391533387283","price":1.25,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/6712\/6616\/files\/fixxaburngel_3f164e0d-0b71-4fe1-967a-3b1f1d1baf7a.jpg?v=1775034483"},{"product_id":"calypso-sun-burn-relief-spray","title":"Calypso Sun Burn Relief Spray","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eOur Sun Burn Relief Spray is a unique anti-irritant containing both pharmaceutical grade ingredients and plant-derived phospholipids to help restore the protective lipid film of your skin. It provides treatment to skin that has been overexposed to the sun or become inflamed after insect bites and stings. It leaves your skin feeling instantly relieved, cooled and soothed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli id=\"isPasted\" style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eSpray liberally to all areas overexposed to the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eDo not rub in if sore, simply allow it to absorb into the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eFor irritated skin including insect bites and stings, spray once and allow to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eReapply when necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003eAvoid contact with eyes. In case of contact, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Calypso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57013156807000,"sku":"5017371149929","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/6712\/6616\/files\/calypso_987d65a2-8505-49db-95f9-a191e729ba08.jpg?v=1775035719"}],"url":"https:\/\/ballyduffpharmacy.com\/collections\/burn-care.oembed","provider":"Ballyduff Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}