Wound cleansers are solutions used to remove contaminants, foreign debris and exudate from the wound surface or to irrigate a deep cavity wound. Ingredients may include surfactants, wetting agents, moisturizers and/or antimicrobials. They may be a rinse or no-rinse formula. Indicated for wound cleansing or irrigation at each dressing change using gauze or sponges or as a solution placed in a device that accomplishes irrigation and debridement.
