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(57) The absorbent bandage of the present invention comprises an absorbent substrate having at least two components, a first, skin-facing surface and a second, opposite surface, and the absorbent group. An discontinuous coating of a semi-solid composition having an ointment-like feel overlying a portion of the first side of the material. The absorbent substrate is useful as a passive distributor of at least one active ingredient that may be included therein. The discontinuous coating is substantially non-stick to the skin and is useful as an active distributor of at least one active ingredient that may be included therein. In a preferred embodiment, the dressings of the invention comprise at least one, more preferably at least two, active ingredients intended to provide a therapeutic benefit to the skin. |