12-ply gauze pads are packaged individually in sterile envelopes and are perfectly suited for cleaning wounds and applying medication or antiseptic. 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. These 3" x 3" dressing gauze pads meet ANSI/ISEA Z308.1-2009 standards.