manuka honey dressing

Manuka honey dressing is a medical-grade topical wound care product derived from the nectar of the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium). Its primary therapeutic activity is attributed to methylglyoxal (MGO), which provides potent non-peroxide antibacterial properties. It functions by creating a low-pH, high-osmolarity environment that inhibits microbial growth while maintaining a moist wound healing environment. It is used for chronic and acute wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, pressure ulcers, and surgical wounds, promoting autolytic debridement and reducing inflammation. Medical-grade versions are typically sterilized with gamma radiation to ensure safety for clinical use.

Brand names

MedihoneyMANUKApliActivonManukaFillManukaGELManuka HealthGentell Manuka Honey Dressing

Other names

medical-grade manuka honeyhoney dressingLeptospermum honey dressingmedical-grade honey