Features 1.4% ionic silver provides long-lasting, measured release for 7-day effectiveness Effective across a broad range of bacteria Optimal gelling capability ensures that the dressing doesnt stick or leave fibrous residue in the wound bed Alginate dressings can be used to cover or fill wound areas while absorbing moderate to large amounts of wound drainage and may help control minor bleeding. Algicell dressings are made of a proprietary blend of gluconic and manuronic acids and, just like ALGICELL Ag, ALGICELL offers an optimal gelling profile.