McKesson Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Hydrophilic Coated PVC 14 Fr. 16 Inch, 1/EA

Urethral Catheter Coude Tip Hydrophilic Coated PVC 14 Fr. 16 Inch, 1/EA

This urethral catheter is a coude tip hydrophilic coated PVC intermittent catheter for urethral catheterization. It may fit adults who need quick, easy self-catheterization, including male patients with an enlarged prostate or females who have developed obstructions. This 16 inch, 14 Fr. catheter has a sterile water packet that activates the hydrophilic coating in 30 seconds and comes individually packaged for single, sterile use.

Good Fit For

• Intermittent self-catheterization
• Adults who are unable to promote a natural urine flow
• Male patients with an enlarged prostate
• Female patients who have developed obstructions

Key Features

• Coude tip with a short, strong curve helps navigate through tight strictures
• Hydrophilic coating activates with the included sterile water packet in 30 seconds, so no additional lubricant is required
• Clear PVC and PVP construction with a smooth, slippery surface for comfort and ease of use
• Polished staggered eyelets support urine flow while helping minimize urethral trauma
• Raised ridge on the funnel and blue guide stripe help orient the curved tip upward during insertion
• Individually packaged sterile catheter with adhesive and loop cutout to support cleaner handling during activation and use

Applications and Usage

• Intermittent urethral catheterization to drain urine from the bladder
• Self-catheterization when residual urine remains after a natural bladder-voiding episode
• Use in bathrooms or other settings where the pack can be hung during activation and personal cleansing
• Situations where a pre-lubricated hydrophilic catheter can simplify setup

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 16 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This catheter is for single, sterile use only.
• The hydrophilic coating is activated by folding the sterile water packet inside the unopened pack.
• This product contains polyvinylpyrrolidone, which may cause allergic reactions.
• The catheter is not made with DEHP, DINP, BPA, or natural rubber latex.

FAQ

• Does this catheter need separate lubricant? No. The hydrophilic coating is activated by the included sterile water packet and is intended to create a thick, smooth, slippery surface without additional lubricant.
• Who may benefit from a coude tip catheter? A coude tip catheter may be helpful when navigating tight strictures. The source information also notes 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 bursts by folding inside the unopened catheter pack. The coating activates in about 30 seconds.
• Is this catheter sterile and disposable? Yes. Each catheter is individually packaged for single, sterile use.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 14 Fr. and 16 inch long.

From McKesson.