OptiLube Active CHG Free

OptiLube Active CHG Free is ideally suited to patients with a contraindication or sensitivity to Chlorhexidine. OptiLube Active CHG Free is part of our catheterisation jelly range, a range of sterile, lubricating pre-filled syringes, developed specifically for use during urethral catheterisation.

Chlorhexidine has been identified as the cause of hypersensitivity reactions in some patients, which is why we offer a choice of three catheterisation jellies.

OptiLube Active CHG Free contains Lidocaine 2%, meaning the patient benefits from a sterile lubrication with the local anaesthetic properties.

Features and benefits:

• Available in 6ml (female) and 11ml (male) volumes.
• Each syringe is individually wrapped in a rupture resistant blister pack.
• Syringe falls easily from its protective blister packaging, supporting an Aseptic Non Touch Technique.
• Manufacturing, expiry dates, and LOT numbers, on each syringes tear off strip are easy to retain for accurate recording.
• Provided in a familiar and recommended syringe format.
• Easy-to-prime syringe for precise and controlled application of sterile lubrication.
• Rounded tip for comfort when inserting into the urethra.
• Latex-free

Manufactured by: Istem Medikal Ltd.

The importance of catheterisation jelly

The purpose of using water-soluble, sterile, lubricating jelly during catheterisation is to dilate and lubricate the urethra, allowing the clinician to access the opening and smoothly insert the catheter, minimising pain and discomfort for the patient.