Coloplast Speedicath Compact Plus Female Intermittent Catheter - Straight Tip

Speedicath Compact Plus Latex-free Female Catheter Features

• Ready to use by embedding in a sterile liquid with coated catheters eyes
• Easy and safe handling due to the brevity of the catheter and the integrated handle
• Pre-Hydrated and easy to handle
• The most preferred and compact catheter for women
• Easy-grip handle allows for hygienic non-touch insertion and control
• Instantly ready to use due to the unique hydrophilic coating
• PVC and phthalate-free
• This intermittent catheter does not contain natural rubber latex

When to use Coloplast Speedicath Compact Plus Female Intermittent Catheter - Straight Tip?

• Indicated for use by patients with chronic urine retention and patients with a post void residual volume (PVR) due to neurogenic and non-neurogenic voiding dysfunction
• The catheter is inserted into the urethra to reach the bladder allowing urine to drain
• Intended for females only

What to buy with Coloplast Speedicath Compact Plus Women Intermittent Catheter?

• E-Z Lubricating Jelly With Flip-Top Tube
• Flexible Inspection Mirror
• Prevail Adult Washcloths - with Aloe, Chamomile and Vitamin E
• Heaven Scent Scented Hygiene Bags

How to use SpeediCath Compact Plus Straight Tipped Catheter?

• Start by washing your hands thoroughly with water and soap, remember also to wash your thumbs. Alcohol hand gel can be used if you don't have access to washing facilities
• Make sure you have all the equipment you will need before you start
• You will need a catheter of the appropriate size, intimate wipes or soap with a neutral pH value and water and perhaps a mirror which can be fastened onto your thigh
• Pull your clothes down so you can move freely when doing the catheterization and sit down on the toilet
• If you are able to urinate always try before you use a catheter
• The catheter is protected by a tube that must be separated from the catheter before use
• First hold the catheter with one hand at the lower section then break the transparent label by twisting the upper part and the lower part in opposite directions
• Keep the catheter vertical and pull the two parts apart until you feel a slight resistance and hear a click and the upper hand slightly forwards and backwards to release the catheter
• Empty the water from the lower tube and keep it for later disposal of the catheter
• The catheter itself must be placed standing on an even surface where you can easily reach it
• Make sure that you do not touch the lubricated part with your skin or clothes
• To prevent pushing bacteria into the urethra and bladder when you use the catheter you must first clean the area around the urethra properly
• This might be easier for you if you fasten a mirror onto your thigh
• Spread the labia apart and wash the opening to the urethra
• Wash from front to back in order not to transfer any bacteria and cause an infection
• Use each wipe only once
• Make sure that the catheter does not touch anything before you insert it into the urethra
• If it does you must use a new catheter
• Touching the sink or your clothes or skin for example will contaminate the catheter and can potentially cause infection
• To make insertion of the catheter as easy as possible it is important that you relax
• Slowly and gently insert the catheter into your urethra
• Make sure you use gentle movements
• Continue to insert the catheter until it reaches your bladder and the urine starts to flow then continue for a few more centimeters
• When the flow stops move a little and straighten yourself up to make sure that the bladder is completely empty
• Withdraw the catheter slowly to ensure that you drain any remaining urine at the base of your bladder
• You can dispose of your catheter and the packaging in your household rubbish
• Do not flush it down the toilet
• Wash your hands and you have completed the process the catheterization

Safety Information for SpeediCath Compact Plus 3.5 Inches Intermittent Catheter

• These catheters are available by prescription only
• Patients performing self-catheterization should follow the advice of, and direct questions about use of the product to, their medical professional
• Before using the device, carefully read the product labels and information accompanying the device including the instructions for use which contain additional safety information
• The SpeediCath catheter is for single use only, discard it after use
• If you experience symptoms of a urinary tract infection, or are unable to pass the catheter into the bladder, contact your healthcare professional