CLEANSE. Gently clean in and around the area with warm water and mild soap, using sterile Curad Gauze Pads. Apply gentle pressure over the wound to stop bleeding. If redness or swelling occurs, consult a physician. APPLY. Apply medication (if required) to a soft, absorbent Curad non-stick pad and cover the wound to protect it and absorb fluids. SECURE. Tape Curad non-stick pad firmly in place using Curad waterproof adhesive tape. Change daily or when pad becomes wet. Curad also offers a wide variety of rolled gauzes and adhesive bandages. Latex free.