Medline MSC093005 - Marathon No-Sting Cyanoacrylate Liquid Skin Protectant, 10 EA/BX, 1 BX/CS
What is Marathon?
MARATHON Cyanoacrylate Skin Protectant is a non-cytotoxic, cyanoacrylate-based monomer that forms a remarkably strong protective layer over skin. As the cyanoacrylate polymerizes, it bonds to the skin surface. It resists external moisture, yet it allows the skin to breathe.
IN SIMPLE WORDS: Marathon is a medical grade glue that will bond to your skin and provide protection. It is one of the best liquid skin protectants on the market. Marathon lasts and lasts.
- Robust, flexible and long-lasting.
- Protects from the effects of friction.
- Protects from moisture (urine, exudate, sweat, and other bodily fluids) that can cause maceration.
- Can be used on intact or damaged skin.
- Fast drying and breathable.
- Marathon shows greater protective capabilities than 3M Cavilon against corrosive fluids(synthetic urine) and wash-off.
- Indications: damaged skin, fragile skin, periwound skin and peristomal skin.
- Contraindicated for second or third degree burns, infected areas and directly to the wound bed or to deep puncture wounds.
- Change frequency is up to 3 days, reapply as needed.
- 0.5 g ampule.
Defends and Protects
Marathon Liquid Skin Protectant consists of individual molecules (cyanoacrylate-based monomers) that polymerize when they come in contact with moisture on the skin surface. This reaction continues until 100% of the monomer molecules have joined either to each other (cohesion) or to molecules of substances present in skin (adhesion).
This type of bonding with skin ensures that the product remains in place until the epidermal cells naturally slough away (2), maintaining skin integrity. Because no solvents are used, there is no evaporation and 100% of the product remains on the skin.
IN SIMPLE WORDS: Marathon reacts with the moisture and skin surface to create a strong film that is thicker and more durable than most liquid skin protectants. Marathon stays on the skin until the dead cells shed off naturally.
Marathon forms a remarkably strong film that:
- Minimizes friction which helps reduce the risk of developing skin tears.
- Protects skin from prolonged exposure to moisture, which weakens and damages the skin surface making it more susceptible to breakdown.
- Protects skin from the onslaught of corrosive body fluids such as urine, feces, digestive fluids and wound drainage.
How does Marathon work?
MARATHON Cyanoacrylate Skin Protectant consists of individual molecules (cyanoacrylatebased monomers) that polymerize when they come in contact with moisture on the skin surface. This reaction continues until the monomer molecules have joined either to each other (cohesion) or to molecules of substances present in skin (adhesion).
When should Marathon be used?
MARATHON Cyanoacrylate Skin Protectant is intended to protect intact or damaged skin from friction, moisture and shear.
Indications for Use
Helps protect:
- Skin exposed to irritation and moisture such as urine, feces, digestive juices, perspiration and wound drainage.
- Areas that are exposed to friction and shear.
- Skin from irritation caused by adhesive products.
Contraindications:
- Do not apply directly to deep, open or bleeding wounds.
- Do not apply to chronic wounds.
- Do not apply to second or third degree burns.
- Do not apply to infected areas.
Clinical applications include:
Skin Protection Under Medical Devices:
- Ostomy care, including G-Tubes and tracheostomy.
- Tapes and adhesive dressings.
- Oxygen tubing.
Skin Protection for Fragile and Compromised Areas:
- Perineal and perianal area.
- Periwound area.
- Skin folds (Intertrigo).
- Heels.
Cost Effectiveness Studies
Specifications
- HPIS Code 694_10_50_50
- Latex Free Yes.
- Size 0.5 g.
- Size Milliliters 0.5 ml.
- Sterile Yes.
- UNSPSC 42312105
