Ag+ Silver Wound Care & Antimicrobial Dressings

Ag+ refers to ionic silver, one of the most established antimicrobial agents used in modern wound care. Silver ions disrupt bacterial cell function, which is why clinicians reach for silver-impregnated dressings when a wound is infected, at risk of infection, or simply not progressing as it should. This collection brings together silver-based products designed to reduce bioburden while supporting a moist healing environment.

Buyers shopping Ag+ dressings are usually weighing a few practical questions: how much exudate the wound produces, how long the dressing can safely stay in place, and whether the silver is delivered through a foam, gel, alginate, or contact-layer format. Antimicrobial silver dressings suit wounds like diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries, venous leg ulcers, and surgical or traumatic wounds showing signs of colonization. Because silver works locally, these dressings are often used as a time-limited intervention — typically reassessed after one to two weeks to confirm the infection is under control.

Within our silver range you'll find complementary options such as Algidex Ag, which pairs silver with alginate and maltodextrin for exuding wounds, and Kerracel Ag, a gelling fiber dressing that manages moisture while delivering sustained silver release. Matching the format to the wound bed and drainage level is what makes silver therapy effective, so it helps to compare absorption capacity and conformability before ordering.

If you're sourcing across a broader product line, note that "AG" also appears in several manufacturer names carried here — including Aesculap AG and Sigvaris AG — which are corporate designations rather than silver products, so check the brand before adding to your cart.