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Specifications subject to change without notice.
PureWick™ Female External Catheter indications: The PureWick™ Female External Catheter is intended for non-invasive urine output management iin female patients.
Caution: This product contains dry natural rubber.
Contraindications: The PureWick™ Female External Catheter should not be used on patients with urinary retention.
Warnings: To avoid potential skin injury, never push or pull the PureWick™ Female External Catheter inot the vagina, anal canal or other body cavities. Do not use the PureWick™ Female External Catheter with a bedpan or any material that does not allow for sufficient airflow. Discontinue use of an allergic reaction occurs. After use, the product may be a potential biohazard. Dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state and federal laws an regulations.
For the latest information, always check the "Instructions for Use" that comes packaged with the product. If you are a consumer seeking more information. please consult your healthcare provider.
PureWick™ Flex Female External Catheter indications: The PureWick™ Flex Female External Catheter is intended for non-invasive urine output management in adult users with female anatomy, for conditions such as urinary incontinence.
Contraindications: The PureWick™ Flex Female External Catheter should not be used on users with urinary retention.
Warnings: The PureWick™ Flex Female External Catheter is designed for single-use only. Trying to wash, sanitize or reuse it may lead to risk of infection or illness. This may damage the product and materials. The product may not work and cause injury or illness. To avoid potential skin injury, never push or rub the product against the skin during placement or removal. Do not block airflow to the product (e.g., blocking the vent hole, bedpan, barrier creams). Do not insert the product into vagina, anus, or other body orifice. Stop use if an allergic reaction occurs. Do not use on users with frequent episodes of stool incontinence without a fecal management system in place. Do not use on users with skin irritation or breakdown at the site. Use with caution on users who had recent surgery of the external female anatomy. Do not use on users with moderate/heavy menstruation who cannot use a tampon. After use, this product may be a potential biohazard. Dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
PureWick™ male External Cathter indications: The PureWick™ Male External Catheter is intended for non-invasive urine output management in male patients.
Contraindication: Patients with urinary retention
Precaution: Not recommended for patients who are: Agitated, combative, or uncooperative and might remove the device. Having frequent episodes of bowel incontinence without a fecal management system in place. Experiencing skin irritation or breakdown at the site. Do not use barrier cream on the penis or pubic skin around the base of the penis when using the device. Creams may impede suction or weaken adhesive. Proceed with caution in patients who have undergone recent surgery of the external urogenital tract, penis, or pubic area. Always assess skin for compromise and perform perineal care prior to placement of a new device.
Warning: Do not use on irritated or compromised skin. Do not cover fresh surgical wounds with the device. Do not use the device with any material or in any position that does not allow for sufficient airflow. To avoid potential skin injury, never pull the device directly away from the patient. Always peel in the direction from head to foot. Discontinue use if an allergic reaction occurs. After use, this product may be a potential biohazard. Dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
PureWick Urine Collection System indications for use: The PureWick™ Urine Collection System is to be used with PureWick™ External Catheters which are intended for non-invasive urine output management.
Contraindications: The PureWick™ Female External Catheter should not be used on patients with urinary retention.
Please consult PureWick™ Female External Catheter package insert or the PureWick™ Urine Collection System user guide for more detailed safety information and instructions for use.
Please consult product labels and inserts for indications, contraindications, hazards, warnings, precautiions and directions for use.