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Patients & Caregivers

Learn whether CollOvine may be relevant to your wound care conversation.

This page is designed to help patients and caregivers understand what CollOvine is, what kinds of wounds it may be used for, and what questions to ask a healthcare professional.

Overview

What is CollOvine?

CollOvine is a soft, absorbent wound dressing that conforms to the wound bed. It is made with collagen, naturally occuring lanolin, and salts, and is intended for the management of exuding wounds under the direction of a healthcare professional.

+ Soft and conformable

Designed to conform to the wound bed as part of clinician-directed wound care.

i Made with collagen

Made with ovine collagen, naturally occuring lanolin, and salts.

Rx Prescription use only

Your healthcare professional determines whether it is appropriate for your wound and treatment plan.

Wound Types

Your healthcare professional may consider CollOvine for certain exuding wounds, including:

Only a healthcare professional can determine whether CollOvine is appropriate for your specific wound.
Pressure ulcers
Venous ulcers
Diabetic ulcers
Abrasions
Donor sites
Traumatic wounds
Dehisced surgical incisions
Superficial second-degree burns
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Appointment Support

Questions to ask your healthcare professional

These questions can help you have a clearer discussion with your clinician or wound care team.

1
Is my wound the kind of wound CollOvine is intended for?
2
Would a collagen dressing make sense for my wound?
3
How often should the dressing be changed?
4
What secondary dressing should be used with it?
5
Does my wound need to be kept moist or prewetted?
6
What size would be appropriate for my wound?
7
How will we know whether the wound is improving?
Conversation Prompt

How to talk about CollOvine with your clinician

If you are not sure how to bring it up, a simple sentence can help start the conversation.

“I read about CollOvine, a prescription collagen wound dressing for exuding wounds. Could you tell me whether it is appropriate for my wound and treatment plan?”
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Short answers to common questions from patients and caregivers.

Q:
Is CollOvine available over the counter?
A:
No. CollOvine is labeled for prescription use.
Q:
What sizes are available?
A:
The CollOvine Plus product range is available in the following size wound dressings 1x1, 2x2, 4x4, 7x7, and 1 gram powder.
Q:
What is it made from?
A:
CollOvine is made from ovine collagen with naturally occurring lanolin and salts. The source material is sheep skin, with lanolin retained within the collagen structure.
Q:
How do I know if it is right for my wound?
A:
Your healthcare professional will determine whether it is appropriate based on your wound type, condition, drainage, and overall treatment plan.
Q:
Does it need another dressing on top?
A:
Yes. CollOvine should be secured with a suitable non-occlusive secondary dressing.
Q:
Does it need to be wet before use?
A:
Not usually. Prewetting is not required for most wounds, though sterile saline is recommended for very dry wounds with low exudate.
CollOvine should always be used under the direction of a healthcare professional.