Plaster of Paris tape Pharma-POP®

Fast setting plaster of Paris based mass, spread on a 100% bleached cotton gauze. The bandage is wound on a plastic core. Features and Benefits Pharma-POP® needs very short immersion time (3-4 seconds). Plaster loss: 0.1-0.4 g/LM while dry, 1-4% while wet Breaking load (8 layers after 30 minutes): 90-140 N Exotherm: 40 degree Celsius (after 15 minutes) Setting time: 180-240 seconds Indications Immobilization of ail types of fractures where rigid, external immobilization is required and judged suitable by a qualified professional. Duration of use Few days to a long period depending on indication. Precaution Exotherm: Plaster of Paris generates heat during setting reaction which can be felt by the patient. The patient should be instructed to report any pain, numbness, irritation or “burning sensation”. If the patient reports any of the above, remove the cast immediately. Inspect the cast to determine the cause of the above symptoms before recasting. Burn injury may resuit from improper cast application or failure to observe précautions during and after setting reaction. Factors that may lead to excessive exotherm include: • Dip water above 25°C • Overly thick cast • Under-saturation of the plaster • Not changing dip water frequently • High room or dry bandage temperature • Inadequate air circulation: • Use of elastic bandage or blanket • resting the cast on a pillow or mattress • Caution must be used to ensure that the cast is not applied too tightly. Constrictions may resuit in impaired vascular flow and nerve function.