Maxorb is a calcium alginate brand name. It is a highly absorbent silver alginate dressing that offers significant microbial protection, keeping wounds from infection. Maxorb can also reduce odor from the wounds and its gelling and fluid handling make it a healing promoter. It creates a moist environment for the wound the heal without the risk of infection. This brand-name product is one of many choices of calcium alginate products on the market, designed to heal and repair wounds and ulcers leaking fluids like blood and puss during the healing process.