- Primarily used to maintain the patency of vascular access devices and prevent clot formation
Uses
- Catheter Maintenance:
- The main use is to flush and lock various vascular access devices, such as central venous catheters (CVCs), PICC lines, and peripheral IV catheters, to maintain their patency
- Preventing Occlusions:
- The heparin solution acts as an anticoagulant to prevent blood clots from forming within the catheter lumen, ensuring the line remains functional for future use
- Post-Medication Flushing:
- It is used after medication administration to clear residual medications from the catheter and prevent contact between incompatible drugs
- Various Clinical Settings:
- It is commonly used in hospital wards, emergency departments, oncology units, critical care, and home infusion therapy settings
Features
- Pre-filled Formulation:
- The syringe comes pre-filled with 3mL of heparin solution at a concentration of 100 USP units/mL, eliminating the need for manual preparation
- Luer-Lok™ Tip:
- Features a secure, threaded Luer-Lok tip that provides a robust seal and prevents accidental disconnection and potential contamination
- Optimal Syringe Diameter:
- The syringe has a consistent 10mL barrel diameter, which helps to lower the risk of catheter damage due to excessive injection pressure
- Clear Barrel and Graduations:
- The clear plastic barrel has bold, black 0.5mL graduations for accurate visualization and dose confirmation
- Sterile & Preservative-Free:
- The product features a sterile fluid pathway, is terminally sterilized (steam autoclaved), and does not contain preservatives, DEHP, or natural rubber latex
- 3-Rib Stopper:
- The plunger system is designed to reduce the likelihood of syringe-induced catheter reflux
Benefits:
- Reduced Medication Errors:
- The pre-filled, unit-dose format minimizes the risk of medication errors associated with manual vial-based flushing systems
- Improved Workflow Efficiency:
- It saves time for busy clinical staff by providing a ready-to-use solution, which streamlines flushing protocols
- Enhanced Catheter Life:
- Effectively maintaining catheter patency helps reduce the risk of occlusions and potentially premature catheter failure, which can be costly and uncomfortable for patients
- Patient Safety:
- The sterile, single-use design reduces the risk of contamination and infection, while being latex-free improves safety for patients with allergies
- Compliance with Guidelines:
- The product aligns with INS (Infusion Nurses Society) guidelines for vascular access device maintenance, supporting best clinical practices
Contents:
- (30) 3mL PosiFlush Prefilled Heparin Lock Flush in 3mL Syringes per box
- 16 Boxes per case
