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Real quick question...and when I find out... I will delete this post!!

The paper tape by Micropore (3M) has no latex agents...correct?

I take care of gal who is highly allergic to latex..THanks all!!

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Specializes in Med-Surg.

According to the 3M website, micropore is latex free.

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You beat me to it!!

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I found this on a 3M website. Hope it helps.

Micropore tape is excellent for repeated applications on sensitive skin and elderly patients. It allows for moisture evaporation and skin to breathe and leaves minimal adhesive residue upon removal. Micropore tape is available in a dispenser pack for easy tear and convenience. Excellent for general-purpose taping. It is available in white or tan.

Benefits

Gentle to the skin.

Porous.

Highly breathable to maintain skin integrity.

Holds well on damp skin.

Conformable.

Latex free

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Specializes in ED staff.

don't you guys have a latex free cart?

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Thanks bunches!!

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Might be latex free, but I can't tolerate micropore (no probs with elastoplast or sleek, the usual suspects)

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Originally posted by LilgirlRN

don't you guys have a latex free cart?

We have a latex-free tray that we order up for our patients.

Heather

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Yep. Latex free cart from Central Supply.

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Specializes in NICU, Infection Control.

She's in Home Health, if I'm not mistaken.

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YEP, in home health...THANKS BUNCHES!!!kiss

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