{"product_id":"manukawoundgel","title":"Paw Manuka Wound Gel","description":"\u003cp\u003eManuka honey has remarkable benefits for wound healing in pets and in humans too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoney has been used in food and medicines in many cultures since ancient times. It is known to exert a soothing effect when applied to open wounds and has been used successfully to treat burns, ulcers and infections in humans and animals. As concerns about antibiotic resistance grow, the use of natural infection-fighting products like Manuka honey is increasingly mainstream.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Manuka honey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to healing, not all types of honey are equal. The beneficial properties of honey depend largely on what the bees producing it are feeding on. ‘Monofloral’ honey is produced by bees that forage predominantly on one plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka honey is a monofloral honey derived from the Manuka tree (Leptospermum scoparium), which grows on the East coast of Australia and in New Zealand. Manuka honey is a darker-coloured honey, and studies have shown that darker-coloured honeys are richer in antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka honey contains the compound methylglyoxal (MGO), often referred to as Unique Manuka Factor (UMF). This is responsible for its unique antibiotic properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it help heal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka honey is used predominantly to aid wound healing. When applied to wounds, Manuka honey provides a moist wound environment and a protective barrier, preventing bacterial infection. It also helps remove damaged and dead cells, which – if left behind – provide a medium for bacteria to grow on, perpetuate inflammation and delay wound healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka honey has several advantages over topical antibiotics. It acts locally on the wound, so there are no systemic side effects as there can be with antibiotics. As well, its effectiveness is not reduced by antibiotic-resistant organisms. And it is non-toxic if ingested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the health benefits?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka honey is a natural product that:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprotects wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efacilitates healing by maintaining the wound pH\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereduces odours associated with wounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eremoves dying and dead cells and tissues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprevents wound contamination, colonisation and infection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emay reduce a reliance on antibiotics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eis safe, effective and easy to apply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use Manuka honey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManuka honey can be applied directly onto the wound bed, or on to dressings that are applied to wounds. PAW Manuka Wound Gel is a sterile, medical-grade wound dressing made from Manuka honey. It contains natural oils and waxes designed to reduce stinging associated with application of pure honey, and can be used on wounds in dogs, cats, horses and other pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore applying Manuka honey, wounds should be flushed (but not scrubbed) with sterile saline. A layer of approximately 3mm of PAW Manuka Wound Gel an be applied to the wound, followed by a non-adhesive dressing. The frequency of dressing changes varies depending on the nature and severity of the wound. At the time of dressing change, remove the gel by flushing with sterile saline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAW Manuka Wound Gel can be applied directly to open wounds, cuts, burns and grazes. It’s the ideal item for your first-aid box, whether you’re at home or on the go. But, as always, if you’re at all unsure, speak to your vet about the best course of action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0.9em 0px; color: #324649; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Central Pet","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":28406928441428,"sku":"9300807282632","price":27.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g *","offer_id":28406928474196,"sku":"9300807282625","price":55.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0588\/4421\/files\/Screenshot_16-10-2025_16569_www.thevetshed.com.au.jpg?v=1760599632","url":"https:\/\/www.topendpetwellness.com.au\/products\/manukawoundgel","provider":"Top End Pet Wellness Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}