McKesson Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Hydrophilic Coated PVC 12 Fr. 16 Inch, 300/CS

Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Hydrophilic Coated PVC 12 Fr. 16 Inch, 300/CS

This urethral catheter is a coude tip intermittent catheter with a hydrophilic coated PVC shaft for self-catheterization. It fits adult users who need intermittent urinary drainage and may be especially useful when a curved tip helps navigate tight strictures or obstructions. This sterile 12 Fr., 16 inch version activates with the included water packet and comes individually packaged for single use.

Good Fit For

• Adult intermittent self-catheterization
• Male patients with an enlarged prostate
• Female patients with obstructions
• Settings where a hangable package helps maintain sterility during prep

Key Features

• Coude tip with a short, strong curve helps guide placement when a straight tip may be harder to pass
• Hydrophilic coating activates in about 30 seconds for a thick, smooth surface without extra lubricant
• Included sterile water packet bursts inside the unopened pack for quick, low-mess activation
• Polished staggered eyelets support urine flow while helping reduce urethral trauma
• Raised ridge funnel and blue guide stripe help orient the curved tip upward during use
• Sterile, single-use catheter made without DEHP, DINP, BPA, or natural rubber latex

Applications and Usage

• Intermittent catheterization of the urethra when natural urine flow cannot be promoted
• Draining residual urine after a natural bladder-voiding episode
• Self-catheterization routines that benefit from a pre-lubricated hydrophilic surface
• Use in bathrooms or other spaces where the adhesive pack can hang on a wall, mirror, or stall door

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 16 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This is a coude tip catheter, so buyers should confirm that a curved-tip style is appropriate for the user
• The coating contains polyvinylpyrrolidone, which may cause allergic reactions
• Each catheter is intended for single, sterile use only
• This SKU is the 12 Fr., 16 inch option

FAQ

• Does this catheter need separate lubricant? No. The hydrophilic coating is activated with the included sterile water packet, so additional lubricant is not required.
• Why choose a coude tip catheter? A coude tip has a curved tip that can help when navigating tight strictures or other obstructions. Source details also note it is especially ideal for male patients with an enlarged prostate and females who have developed obstructions.
• How is the hydrophilic coating activated? The sterile water packet inside the unopened package bursts by folding the pack, activating the coating in about 30 seconds while helping maintain sterility.
• Is this catheter sterile and single use? Yes. Each catheter is individually packaged for single, sterile use.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 12 Fr. and 16 inch long.

From McKesson.