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Solosite Gel Solosite Gel is used for the treatment of minor conditions such as minor burns including sunburn, superficial cuts and lacerations, skin tears, and abrasions. Solosite Gel is...A$ 12.50 - A$ 14.90
How Solosite Gel Works
Solosite Gel works by providing moisture to the wound bed, rehydrating dry, eschar-covered, or necrotic tissue to facilitate autolytic debridement — the body's natural process of removing dead tissue using its own wound fluid and enzymes. The high water content of this hydrogel gently softens and loosens adherent necrotic tissue and slough, making removal during dressing changes easier and less traumatic.
At the same time, Solosite Gel maintains a consistently moist wound surface that supports the proliferation of new granulation tissue and the migration of epithelial cells, both key stages of the wound healing process. Its cooling properties provide a soothing, pain-relieving effect, particularly beneficial for burns and painful superficial wounds.
Key Features
- Maintains a moist wound environment — the evidence-based standard for optimal hydrogel wound care
- Supports autolytic debridement of dry, necrotic, and sloughy wounds
- Cooling and soothing effect provides pain relief, particularly in burns and superficial wounds
- Transparent and sterile — allows easy wound assessment with safe single-use application
- Compatible with a wide range of secondary dressings including foams, films, and gauze
- Can be applied directly to the wound surface or introduced into cavities and sinuses
- Easy to apply and remove — simply rinse with clean water or saline
- Available in tube format with syringe-compatible design for precise application
- Suitable for hospitals, aged care, wound clinics, community nursing, and home care
Application Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Wound
Clean the wound with saline or a wound cleanser and gently dry the surrounding skin before application.
Step 2: Apply Solosite Gel
Apply Solosite Gel directly to the wound surface in a layer approximately 5mm thick. For cavity wounds, use the tube tip or a syringe to introduce the gel into sinuses or tunnels. Avoid overfilling and allow space for expansion as the gel absorbs wound fluid.
Step 3: Apply a Secondary Dressing
Cover with a suitable secondary dressing such as foam, film, or a non-adherent pad secured with tape or bandage. For minor wounds, a film dressing may act as both a cover and moisture barrier.
Step 4: Change and Reassess
Change every 1 to 3 days or as clinically indicated. To remove, gently rinse with clean water or saline. If the gel has dried, rehydrate with saline before removal. Assess wound progress at each dressing change.
Solosite Gel vs Other Hydrogel Wound Dressings
| Feature | Solosite Gel | Hydrogel Sheet | Saline-Based Gel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Amorphous gel | Sheet | Liquid gel |
| Best For | Dry, necrotic, cavity wounds | Flat superficial wounds | General moistening |
| Debridement | Strong support | Moderate | Limited |
| Conformability | High | Limited | High |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Find answers to common questions about Solosite Gel hydrogel wound care, including clinical applications, wound suitability, dressing compatibility, and use across hospital, aged care, and home care environments.
What types of wounds is Solosite Gel used for?
Solosite Gel is suitable for necrotic, sloughy, or dry wounds requiring moisture for autolytic debridement, as well as minor burns and sunburns, superficial cuts, lacerations, skin tears, and abrasions.
It is also commonly used for chronic ulcers with dry or necrotic wound beds and is widely applied across clinical, aged care, and home care settings in Australia.
How does Solosite Gel support wound healing?
Solosite Gel maintains a consistently moist wound environment, which supports the body’s natural autolytic debridement process and promotes the formation of granulation tissue.
It also facilitates epithelial cell migration, an essential stage of wound healing, while its cooling properties help reduce pain and improve patient comfort, particularly in burns and superficial wounds.
Is Solosite Gel easy to apply and remove?
Yes. Solosite Gel can be applied directly from the tube or administered using a syringe for cavity wounds, allowing precise placement.
To remove, gently rinse the wound with clean drinkable water or saline to flush away residual gel. If the gel has dried, it can be re-moistened with saline before removal to ensure atraumatic dressing changes.
Can Solosite Gel be used with other dressings?
Yes. Solosite Gel is compatible with a wide range of secondary dressings including foam dressings, film dressings, non-adherent pads, and gauze.
A secondary dressing is typically required to retain the gel in place and optimise the wound healing environment.
How often should Solosite Gel dressings be changed?
Dressings are typically changed every 1 to 3 days, depending on the wound condition, level of exudate, and type of secondary dressing used.
The wound should be reassessed at each dressing change, and the frequency adjusted based on clinical progress and patient comfort.