8-ply, dressing gauze pads are packaged individually in sterile envelopes and are perfectly suited for cleaning wounds and applying medication or antiseptic. These non-adherent, all-purpose pads permit the wound to drain while allowing air in. They can be stacked on a wound to absorb additional fluid and can be removed without re-opening the wound. To use, remove from the package and apply directly to the wound, using tape, gauze or elastic bandage to wrap.