And that this is down to the presence of methylglyoxal, a compound derived from the nectar of manuka flowers. Not only does it allow the skin to remain moisturised to prevent against scabbing, but it also allows for the skin to be completely nourished.

Free from artificial antibiotics, additives and irritants, they are user-friendly and easy to apply to even the most sensitive skin. Read more about the condition New with box: A brand-new, unused, unworn and undamaged item in its original packaging (such as the original box or bag) and/or with the original tags attached.

Due to the presence of a plethora of bioactive compounds, as well as unique physicochemical properties, honey has been widely used as medicine throughout human history. The strength of Manuka Doctor honey is measured using the MGO grading system from 30 MGO to 1000 MGO.

The initial discomfort usually subsides, however if it does continue, discontinue use and irrigate the wound with saline solution. The UMF™ and MGO (methylglyoxal) grade refers to the concentration of compounds found only in manuka honey and works on a spectrum. Activon Tube is a versatile solution for wound care, as it effectively removes dead tissue and replenishes dressings where honey has been washed away.

We are proud to say Manuka Doctor meets all of these criteria to be a registered FernMark brand that you can trust. Twist off cap, apply liberally to the wound bed (surface or cavity) and cover with an appropriate secondary dressing. A community nurse was visiting every other day for a couple of months, applied medication and changed dressings but it was getting so much worse, and it smelled awful. Activon Tube contains 100% medical-grade Manuka honey which creates a moist healing environment and effectively eliminates wound odour whilst providing antibacterial action.

But as mentioned, honeys made from different plant species can vary up to 100 times over in their levels of antibacterial activity. Apply a secondary dressing of choice, this can be an absorbent dressing or semi-permeable film dressing depending on the nature of the wound. The Activon dressing range has been expertly designed to support all stages of wounds healing, from initial presentation to granulation and epitheliasation. Within the hive DHA undergoes the Maillard reaction to form MGO, a process which is driven by the higher temperatures found within bee hives. Once in the UK, we test every batch of honey a second time at a Government laboratory in York to ensure every MGO rating is true to label before sale.

Activon Tube is ideal for debriding necrotic tissue, or for topping up dressings where the honey has been washed away by exudate. Some dishonest companies have been caught either diluting their Manuka Honey with cheaper European honey outside of New Zealand, or artificially adding chemicals to make their Manuka appear stronger than it once was. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item.

Prescriptions for certain scheduled drugs such as Tramadol or Phenobarbitone have to be fulfilled within 28 days.Honey is a humectant, meaning it can draw excess fluid away from the wound site while still maintaining a moist wound site beneficial for healing. Sterile honey found in the manuka honey infused bandages has healing properties because it offers antibacterial activity and high viscosity.