Mepitel Film Information and Instructions

• Mepitel® Film is a gentle, see-through, breathable film. It protects your skin from friction (rubbing) and moisture after your radiation treatment. This may reduce the skin reaction that can occur with treatment.
• Most patients find it comfortable to wear.

• Buy the Mepitel Film at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre pharmacy (located on the 4th floor).
• Show this pamphlet to the pharmacy
• You will need 3 or 4 large sheets to cover the body part being treated. Large sheets cost about $9.00 each; small sheets cost about $4.00 each.
• Bring the Mepitel® Film with you to your first
  appointment. Your name will be put on your extra film and stored for you at the cancer centre during your treatment.

• Mepitel® Film is put on by a radiation therapist on your first day of treatment.
• It is only put on the body part where you are getting radiation.
• Clean your skin. Do not put on lotions or creams.
• You will learn how and when to take the film off on your last radiation treatment visit or during a follow-up phone call.

• Try to avoid direct water spray and soap to the film when you shower.
• Avoid scrubbing or rubbing with your hands or towels.
• Pat the film gently to dry yourself after your shower.
• Do not take baths, use hot tubs or swimming pools. This may cause your film to come off.
• Keep your exercise at a gentle level. Sweat may cause the Mepitel® Film to come off.

• Try not to wear a bra. You can wear a soft cup or sports bra if needed.
• A Dri-FIT top may help the Mepitel® Film stick better to your skin. This helps keeps your skin dry and reduces friction.

• If your film begins to come off while on treatment, your radiation therapist will trim the film edges.
• If your film comes off at home, you may trim any rolled edges with clean scissors. Ask someone to help you.

• Do not remove your film after your last treatment.
• Your Mepitel® Film should stay on your skin for about two weeks after your last treatment.
• Let the film peel off on its own after all your treatments are done.
• Do not force the Mepitel® off.
• If your Mepitel® does not come off on its own after two weeks, you can slowly roll the film off.

Use this resource for your information only. It does not replace medical advice from your doctor or other healthcare professionals.

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