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Aquacel Ag Foam Non-Adhesive dressings in Canada — shop ConvaTec's silver-infused foam dressings without an adhesive border, designed for moderate to heavily exuding wounds where antimicrobial protection is needed and a secondary dressing or tape will be used to hold the dressing in place.
How Aquacel Ag Foam Non-Adhesive works: Like the adhesive version, this dressing combines a Hydrofiber wound contact layer with ionic silver, a soft absorbent foam pad, and a waterproof outer film. The Hydrofiber layer gels on contact with wound fluid, locking in exudate and maintaining a moist healing environment. Ionic silver provides sustained antimicrobial activity against a broad range of bacteria, yeasts, and moulds. The key difference is the absence of a silicone adhesive border — you'll need gauze, bandage wrap, or medical tape to secure this dressing over the wound.
Who are these dressings for? Non-adhesive dressings are typically chosen when the patient has a sensitivity or allergy to adhesives, when the wound is in a location where a bordered dressing doesn't conform well, or when a clinician prefers to control how the dressing is secured. They're commonly used on partial-thickness burns, diabetic foot ulcers, leg ulcers, pressure injuries, and surgical wounds. If adhesive sensitivity is not a concern, the Aquacel Ag Foam Adhesive version offers a simpler one-step application with its built-in silicone border.
Sizes available: This collection includes 5 products in square and rectangular shapes ranging from 5 cm × 5 cm up to 20 cm × 20 cm. Dressings can be worn for up to 7 days depending on clinical need. All products are sterile, latex-free, and sold by the box.
Finding your product: Use the Sort option to view by price or alphabetically. If you know your exact SKU or size, the search bar at the top of the page is the fastest way to find it. For non-adhesive dressings without silver, see Aquacel Foam Non-Adhesive. For all Aquacel product lines, visit the Aquacel hub page.
Aquacel Ag Foam Non-Adhesive Dressings FAQ
Why choose a non-adhesive dressing over an adhesive one?
Non-adhesive dressings are the better choice when a patient has a known sensitivity or allergy to adhesives, when the surrounding skin is fragile or damaged, or when the wound location makes a bordered dressing difficult to apply evenly. A clinician may also prefer non-adhesive dressings to control fixation method — for example, using a compression bandage over the dressing for venous leg ulcers.
How do I secure an Aquacel Ag Foam Non-Adhesive dressing?
Since there is no built-in adhesive border, you'll need a secondary method to hold the dressing in place. Common options include medical tape around the edges, a bandage wrap, tubular retention bandage, or a compression bandage if part of your treatment plan. Your clinician can recommend the best fixation method for your wound type and location.
How long can Aquacel Ag Foam Non-Adhesive dressings be worn?
Aquacel Ag Foam dressings can be worn for up to 7 days, though they should be changed earlier if clinically indicated — for example, if the dressing becomes saturated or there are signs of infection. ConvaTec recommends reassessing the need for Aquacel Ag Foam after 14 days and considering alternative wound management if needed. Always follow your clinician's guidance.
What sizes are available in Aquacel Ag Foam Non-Adhesive?
This collection includes 5 sizes: 5 cm × 5 cm, 10 cm × 10 cm, 15 cm × 15 cm, 15 cm × 20 cm, and 20 cm × 20 cm. Choose a dressing size where the pad extends at least 1 cm beyond the wound edge on all sides to ensure proper coverage and exudate management.
Does this dressing contain the same silver as the adhesive version?
Yes. Both the adhesive and non-adhesive versions of Aquacel Ag Foam use the same Hydrofiber-with-ionic-silver wound contact layer, the same soft foam pad, and the same waterproof outer film. The only difference is the adhesive border — the antimicrobial protection, absorption, and wound-healing properties are identical between the two.
