Carbou Xeroform Petrolatum Dressing with 3% Bismuth Tribromophenate

Xeroform petrolatum dressing is a sterile gauze dressing impregnated with petrolatum and 3% bismuth tribromophenate. It is designed to maintain a moist wound environment while helping reduce odor and bacterial growth.
For a more detailed explanation, see What is Xeroform petrolatum dressing?

Xeroform petrolatum dressing is typically changed every 24–72 hours, depending on wound condition, exudate level, and clinical guidance. Always follow healthcare provider recommendations.

For a more detailed explanation, see How Long Can Xeroform Gauze Stay on a Wound?

Xeroform gauze is commonly used for:

• Post-operative wounds
  
• Skin grafts and donor sites
  
• First- and second-degree burns
  
• Minor wounds, lacerations, and abrasions
  
• Chronic wounds requiring moist healing

Xeroform is a type of petrolatum dressing, but it also contains bismuth tribromophenate, which provides mild antimicrobial and deodorizing properties. Plain petrolatum dressings do not include this added ingredient.

The petrolatum base prevents the wound from drying out, while bismuth tribromophenate helps control bacteria and odor. The gauze structure allows exudate to pass through to a secondary dressing.

No. Xeroform gauze is non-adherent, meaning it does not stick to the wound bed, which helps minimize pain and trauma during dressing changes.

For a more detailed explanation, see bismuth-tribromophenate-dressing-sticking

Xeroform has mild antimicrobial properties, but it is not intended to treat active or heavily infected wounds. For infected wounds, a more advanced antimicrobial dressing may be recommended.

Yes. The bismuth tribromophenate component helps reduce odor caused by bacteria, making Xeroform useful for wounds with mild odor issues.

Xeroform itself is not highly absorbent. It should be used with a secondary absorbent dressing if the wound produces moderate to heavy exudate.