Medipore is a specialized line of surgical tapes and wound dressings manufactured by 3M. For over 50 years, healthcare professionals have relied on 3M Medical Tapes and Dressings for high-quality clinical performance. The brand is now often associated with Solventum, 3M’s healthcare spinoff company.

Core Product Offerings

The Medipore brand primarily encompasses two major categories of medical products:

Medipore H Soft Cloth Surgical Tape:
A non-woven polyester tape designed for high adhesion and flexibility.

Medipore +Pad Wound Dressings:
All-in-one sterile dressings that combine a soft cloth tape backing with a unique non-adherent absorbent pad.

Medipore Dress-It:
Pre-cut dressing covers designed for easy application.

Key Product Features

Medipore products are engineered for patient comfort and clinical efficiency:

Breathability and Skin Integrity:
The materials are porous and breathable, allowing air in and moisture out to maintain skin integrity and reduce the risk of maceration.

Conformability:
The soft cloth backing offers bi-directional (crosswise and diagonal) stretch, which accommodates swelling, distension, and natural body movement.

Hypoallergenic and Latex-Free:
Products are not made with natural rubber latex and use hypoallergenic adhesives to minimize skin irritation.

Ease of Use:
Medipore tape is available in perforated rolls, allowing for easy, clean tearing by hand without the need for scissors.

Water Resistance:
The tape and dressings are water-resistant, providing an extra layer of protection for long-lasting wear.

Clinical Applications

Medipore products are used in a variety of medical settings for:

Wound Management:
Treating surgical incisions, minor cuts, abrasions, lacerations, and light to moderate draining wounds.

Securement:
Anchoring post-surgical dressings, securing I.V. lines, tubing, central venous catheters, chest tubes, and ostomy pouches.

Movement-Prone Areas:
Securing dressings on body contours where skin may stretch due to movement or edema.

Safety and Packaging

Cross-Contamination Prevention:
Some products are available in individually packaged, single-use rolls to help reduce the risk of cross-contamination from environmental pathogens such as MRSA or C. difficile.

Regulatory Compliance:
Products may carry the CE mark, indicating compliance with European Union standards. .