{"title":"Tegaderm","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTegaderm Transparent Film Dressings\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTegaderm is 3M's line of transparent film dressings — thin, breathable, waterproof barriers that let you see a wound or IV site without disturbing it. The clear film blocks water, dirt, and bacteria while allowing oxygen and moisture vapor to pass through, so the skin underneath can breathe. That combination is why clinicians reach for Tegaderm to cover IV catheters, secure central lines, protect surgical incisions, and manage superficial wounds, blisters, and minor burns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection spans the everyday and the specialized. The \u003cstrong\u003e3M Nexcare Tegaderm Transparent Dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e (4 x 4-3\/4 inch, latex-free) is the go-to for waterproof coverage over cuts, scrapes, and post-procedure sites, while the \u003cstrong\u003eNexcare Tegaderm+ Pad\u003c\/strong\u003e adds a non-adherent absorbent pad for lightly draining wounds — you get film protection and a wound pad in one step. For sites that weep more, the \u003cstrong\u003eTegaderm Absorbent\u003c\/strong\u003e dressing pairs an acrylic polymer pad with the transparent film to handle moderate exudate in oval and rectangular sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA common question is which Tegaderm to use for an IV or PICC line. For those, look at the securement-specific options in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/3m-picc-cvc-securement-device-tegaderm\"\u003e3M PICC \/ CVC Securement Device + Tegaderm\u003c\/a\u003e range, which combines a StatLock-style catheter anchor with the film dressing to reduce line movement and dressing changes. Standard clear film works well for peripheral IVs and general skin coverage; the securement versions are built for central lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll dressings here are sterile and single-use. Choose your size based on the site — leave a margin of intact skin around the wound so the adhesive seals to healthy skin. Browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/3m-tegaderm\"\u003e3M Tegaderm\u003c\/a\u003e selection to compare sizes, absorbent versus plain film, and IV securement formats.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/honestmed.com\/collections\/tegaderm.oembed","provider":"Honest Medical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}