You typically use an adhesive remover wipe to clean any remaining sticky residue from your skin after removing a medical adhesive product, such as a dressing or pouch.
Understanding Adhesive Remover Wipes
Adhesive remover wipes are specially formulated to dissolve or loosen the bond of medical adhesives on the skin. This helps to remove sticky residue gently without causing irritation or trauma to the skin surface. They are often used in contexts like ostomy care, wound dressing changes, or when removing medical tape.
How to Use an Adhesive Remover Wipe
Using an adhesive remover wipe is straightforward, primarily focused on removing residual adhesive. Based on the provided reference regarding products like ESENTA™ Sting Free Adhesive Remover Wipes, a common use case is after removing a pouch, such as an ostomy pouch.
Here's the general process:
- Remove the Main Adhesive Product: Carefully and gently remove the medical adhesive product itself (e.g., dressing, tape, or pouch).
- Clean Residual Adhesive:
- Once pouch is removed, as the reference indicates, the wipe can be used to assist in removing any remaining adhesive on the skin around your stoma or other affected area.
- Take the adhesive remover wipe and gently wipe over the areas where adhesive residue is left on the skin.
- Allow the solvent in the wipe to work for a few moments, if necessary, to help loosen stubborn adhesive.
- Continue wiping gently until the sticky residue is gone.
Key Points:
- Ensure the skin is clean and dry after using the wipe, especially if you plan to apply a new adhesive product immediately. Some adhesive removers leave a residue that can affect the adherence of a new dressing or pouch. Check the product's instructions; some require rinsing or drying the skin thoroughly afterward.
- Most modern adhesive removers are designed to be sting-free, minimizing discomfort.
- Dispose of the used wipe appropriately according to product instructions and local guidelines.
Using an adhesive remover wipe simplifies the process of cleaning skin post-medical adhesive use, contributing to healthier skin and a more comfortable experience.
