Gelocast Unna Boot Compression Bandages

When you're managing a venous leg ulcer or persistent lower-leg edema, the dressing you reach for has to do more than cover the wound—it has to deliver graduated compression that stays put and keeps the skin calm underneath. Gelocast Unna boot bandages combine a cotton gauze impregnated with zinc oxide and calamine, so you get sustained compression alongside the soothing, skin-protective properties that make Unna's paste a longstanding standard in wound care.

The calamine formulation is what sets Gelocast apart for irritated, weepy skin. It helps calm the itching and inflammation that so often accompany chronic venous insufficiency, while the moldable bandage conforms to the contours of the calf and ankle for a firm, even wrap. Once applied, it dries to a semi-rigid supportive layer that encourages venous return with every step—the reason Unna boots are a mainstay for ambulatory patients.

Choosing between 3-inch and 4-inch widths

Honest Medical carries Gelocast in two roll widths, both 10 yards long, beige, and non-sterile:

3 in. x 10 yds (01052) — better control around the narrower ankle and for smaller limbs, giving you a cleaner wrap without excess bunching.
4 in. x 10 yds (01053) — faster coverage over the calf and larger-diameter legs, meaning fewer passes to build your compression layer.

Many clinicians keep both on hand, using the narrower roll to anchor at the foot and ankle before switching to the wider roll up the leg.

Applying and wearing an Unna boot

An Unna boot is typically applied by a clinician from the base of the toes to just below the knee, then covered with a secondary compression or self-adherent wrap. Because the paste stays moist against the skin, it's usually left in place for several days—often changed once or twice weekly depending on drainage and physician direction. Always confirm adequate arterial circulation before applying compression, and follow your provider's wear schedule.

Order the Gelocast width that matches your protocol, and reach out if you'd like guidance on pairing it with an outer compression layer.

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