Description

Fixomull Plaster is a wide-area adhesive fabric dressing used to secure wound dressings, catheters, probes, and medical devices firmly to the skin. It is a soft, stretchable, and breathable adhesive tape designed for sensitive skin, allowing flexibility and comfort even on joints and contoured areas.

It provides secure fixation while allowing the skin to breathe, reducing the risk of maceration (skin softening) and allergic reactions.

Prescription

• Over-the-counter (OTC).

Therapeutic Category

• Wound care / Medical adhesive dressing

Active Ingredients/Composition

• Backing material: Soft non-woven polyester fabric
• Adhesive: Hypoallergenic polyacrylate adhesive (skin-friendly)
• Release paper: Easy-to-remove silicone-coated release film
  

(No medicinal active ingredient — it is a physical dressing aid.)

Vitamins

• None

Minerals

• None

Variant

• Available in different widths and lengths, such as:
  • Fixomull Stretch (elastic version for flexible fixation)
  • Fixomull Transparent (clear adhesive film for discreet use)
    Fixomull Skin Sensitive (for very delicate or aging skin)

Consume Type

• Topical / External use only

Directions/Usage

1. Clean and dry the skin before application.
2. Cut the required length of Fixomull plaster from the roll.
3. Peel off the protective release paper.
4. Apply gently over the area to secure the dressing, catheter, or device.
   Press down lightly to ensure even adhesion.
5. To remove, peel off gently to avoid skin irritation.
   

Usage Areas:

• Fixation of gauze or absorbent dressings.
• Securing IV lines, drains, catheters, and probes.
  Post-surgical dressing stabilization.

Common Side Effects

Generally well tolerated. Rare side effects include:

• Mild skin irritation or redness (especially with prolonged use).
• Contact dermatitis (rare, in those sensitive to adhesives).
  

Package Type

• Roll form (commonly 5 cm × 10 m, 10 cm × 10 m, or 15 cm × 10 m).
• Individually boxed or shrink-wrapped.

Storage Advice

• Store in a cool, dry place (below 25°C).
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Replace the roll in packaging after use to maintain adhesion quality.

Safety Advice

• For external use only.
  Do not apply directly over open wounds without a sterile dressing underneath.
• Change the plaster if it becomes wet, soiled, or loose.
• Discontinue use if skin irritation or rash occurs.
  
• Avoid use on infected or broken skin without medical advice.
  

Product Substitutes

• Micropore™ Surgical Tape (3M)
• Leukoplast®
• Hypafix® (BSN Medical)
• Transpore™ Medical Tape (3M)
• Omnifix® Elastic Fixation Tape 

Manufacturer/Marketer

• Manufacturer: BSN Medical GmbH
• Marketer/Distributor: Essity AB (Sweden) (owns BSN Medical brand)
  

Country of Origin

• Germany