Iodoform Gauze Packing Strip, 1/2 Inch x 5 Yards, Each

The Complete Medical Iodoform Gauze Packing Strip is a specially woven gauze strip impregnated with iodoform for use in wound packing, nasal packing, drainage wicks, and other clinical packing applications. The non-raveling, non-linting, non-fraying construction keeps the wound site clean during packing and removal. Supplied as 1 strip per bottle, 1/2 inch wide x 5 yards long.

Key Features

• Iodoform-impregnated gauze for antimicrobial wound packing
• Specially woven construction — will not ravel, lint, or fray
• 1/2-inch width suitable for moderate wound cavities, sinus tracts, and nasal packing
• 5-yard length provides ample material for a single packing procedure
• 1 strip per bottle

Specifications

• SKU: 8760
• UPC: 616784341231
• Brand: Complete Medical
• Active Ingredient: Iodoform
• Width: 1/2 inch
• Length: 5 yards
• Quantity: 1 strip per bottle
• Construction: Non-raveling, non-linting, non-fraying woven gauze
• Country of Origin: China

Ideal For

This iodoform gauze packing strip is well suited for hospitals, outpatient wound care clinics, and physician offices that require a reliable, antimicrobial gauze strip for packing open wounds, abscesses, surgical cavities, and sinus tracts of moderate width where iodoform's antimicrobial properties help reduce bacterial load and support healing in the wound bed. It is a practical choice for ENT clinicians and emergency department providers who use gauze strips for nasal packing following epistaxis treatment or nasal surgery, where the 1/2-inch width provides a balance between the narrow 1/4-inch and broader 1-inch options. Home health nurses managing complex wounds with tunneling or undermining will benefit from the non-raveling, non-linting construction, which allows clean packing and removal without leaving gauze fibers in the wound. It is also appropriate for urgent care centers and wound care specialists who need a cost-effective, single-use iodoform packing strip for routine wound management procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is iodoform and why is it used in wound packing?
Iodoform is an iodine-containing compound with antimicrobial properties used to reduce bacterial contamination in open wounds, abscesses, and surgical cavities. Iodoform-impregnated gauze is commonly used for packing wounds that require ongoing antimicrobial management during healing, particularly in wounds with a high risk of infection or those healing by secondary intention.

How does the 1/2-inch width compare to other sizes?
The 1/2-inch width (SKU 8760) is a mid-range option between the narrow 1/4-inch strip (SKU 8759), which is used for tight sinus tracts and narrow nasal passages, and the wider 1-inch iodoform strip (SKU 8759 series), which is used for larger wound cavities. Your clinician will select the appropriate width based on the size and depth of the wound.

What does non-raveling and non-linting mean?
Non-raveling means the edges of the gauze strip do not unravel or fray during handling and use. Non-linting means the gauze does not shed fibers into the wound. Both properties are important for wound packing, where loose fibers or frayed edges left in the wound can cause irritation, infection, or delayed healing.

How is this strip packaged?
Each strip is supplied in an individual bottle containing one 1/2-inch x 5-yard strip. The bottle format keeps the strip contained and protected until use.