Supply Issues Convatec Ltd All Routes Hydrocolloid Dressing ELM151 (ICN 2766)

Change:

• The supplier Convatec Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with its Hydrocolloid Dressing products.
• One product code is affected in total:
  • ELM151 – Hydrocolloid dressing including border 6cm x 6cm square (wcp 6cm x 6cm overall dressing 10cm x 10cm).
• The supply issue is due to supplier manufacturing issues.

Impact:

• ELM151 is currently unavailable to order.
• A potential indirect alternative product is available to order through our online catalogue:
  • ELM065 – Hydrocolloid dressing including border 5cm x 5cm bevelled edge square (wcp 3.5cm x 3.5cm).
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 27 January 2025.

Next Steps:               

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product code and potential alternative.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• However, as this is currently a disrupted market and supply is subject to rapid change, the alternatives offered may also be experiencing temporary supply issues and therefore, customers may need to consider clinically reviewing all additional alternatives provided.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products, we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.