Omnifix Dressing Retention Tape

Holding a dressing in place shouldn't mean irritating the skin around a wound. Omnifix retention tape solves the common problem of securing gauze, pads, and post-surgical dressings on areas that move, flex, or sit over delicate skin. Made from soft, non-woven fabric, it conforms to shoulders, joints, and the abdomen without pulling or bunching — and it removes cleanly, which matters for patients whose dressings change frequently.

The line comes in widths and lengths suited to different jobs. The 2-inch rolls (like the 900608) work well for smaller dressings and IV sites, while the 4-inch and 6-inch elastic versions (900603 and 900604, both 10 yards) cover larger wounds and stretch with the body during movement. Cut what you need directly from the roll — no scissors required with the non-woven backing, and the tape tears by hand across the grain.

A frequent question from buyers is whether the tape interferes with imaging. The 900602 elastic tape is radio-transparent, made from a synthetic rubber and fiber blend, so it can stay in place during X-rays without casting shadows over the area being examined. Because all of these are non-sterile, they're intended for general dressing retention rather than direct contact with an open sterile field.

The skin-friendly adhesive is the reason clinicians and caregivers reach for Omnifix on fragile or elderly skin, where aggressive tapes cause tearing on removal. It breathes to reduce moisture buildup underneath and holds securely through daily activity.

Stock the widths that match your typical dressing sizes, and explore related wound care and taping options across our broader catalog to keep supply closets consistent.