Note From MetroMedicalOnline's Customer Service Department:It is important to always contact your physician or wound specialist before starting any wound care therapy.
Additional Information as Provided by the Manufacturer
Mepitac is a highly conformable fabric-backed tape that is easy to apply and remove. The Safetac layer assures secure fixation and gentle removal from skin and body hair. If inspection or repositioning is necessary, Mepitac can be lifted and re-applied.
Mepitac is an ideal fixation solution for patients with fragile and sensitive skin. Mepitac is suitable for patients requiring repeated application and removal of tape over the same area, such as neonates and dialysis patients.
Benefits of Mepitac
- minimizes pain and trauma at dressing changes
- conforms well to body contours
- leaves no residues
- moisture proof
- breathable
Areas of use
Mepitac is designed for fixation of medical devices such as drains, tubes, probes, electrodes, IV cannula and dressings. In addition, Mepitac offers gentle skin protection when used under devices such as tubes.
Product description
Mepitac is a soft silicone tape. It consists of:
- a soft silicone contact layer (Safetac®)
- a knitted fabric and
- a breathable polyurethane film.
Safetac® Technology
Safetac is a patented soft silicone adhesive technology. Dressings with Safetac technology are atraumatic upon removal. These dressings minimize trauma to the wound and the surrounding skin, which minimizes pain to the patient.
Mode of action
Mepitac is highly conformable and easy to apply and remove. The Safetac layer assures secure fixation and atraumatic removal from skin and body hair. If inspection or repositioning is necessary, Mepitac can be lifted and re-applied. Mepitac leaves no residues.
Mepitac is an ideal fixation solution for patients with fragile and sensitive skin.
Mepitac is suitable for patients requiring repeated application and removal of tape over the same area such as neonates and dialysis patients.
Mepitac is water resistant.
Intended use
Mepitac is designed for fixation of medical devices such as drains, tubes, probes, electrodes, IV cannulae, and dressings. In addition, Mepitac offers gentle skin protection when used under devices such as tubes.
Instructions for use
1. Make sure the skin is clean and dry and free from any ointment, lotions, etc.2. Cut off the desired length of tape using scissors.
3. Remove the protective release film and apply Mepitac without stretching.
4. If inspection or repositioning is necessary, Mepitac can be lifted and re-applied.
Precautions
The adhesion of Mepitac may decrease when used in humid condition such as incubators or on patients who have a fever or perspire a lot.
Mepitac is not suitable for fixation of arterial catheters and arterial cannulae.
Cases of Mepitac Ship for FREE!
Overnight or 2nd Day shipping is available on this item at an additional charge. View full Shipping and Delivery Policy.
This item will ship either UPS or USPS. Please provide a shipping address that can accept deliveries from either service.
Returns and Exchanges: You may return this item as long as it has been unopened and unused. Please carefully package your return to protect the product and the packaging. View Return Policy
While we cannot administer medical advice, our Customer Service Team members are available to assist you with the ordering of Mepitac or other medical supplies. Our toll-free number is 1-866-774-9513 Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CST (7:00 am to 3:00 pm PST / 10:00 am to 6:00 pm EST). If you prefer to correspond by email, our address is CustomerService@MetroMedicalOnline.com.
Mepitac is a soft silicone, fabric-backed tape that is ideal for patients with fragrile and sensitive skin. Mepitac #298400 roll measures 1.6 in. x 1.6 yds. The Safetac layer assures secure fixation and gentle removal from skin and body hair. This quality makes Mepitac the ideal fixation solution for patient with fragile and sensitive skin. If inspection or repositioning is necessary, Mepitac can be lifted and re-applied.
Internet Price: $3.00
