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

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

This urethral catheter is a coude tip hydrophilic coated PVC intermittent catheter for urethral catheterization. It is a practical choice for adult users who need quick, easy self-catheterization, especially when navigating tight strictures or other obstructions is a concern. This version is 16 Fr. and 16 inch long, with a sterile water packet that activates the hydrophilic coating in 30 seconds without requiring additional lubricant.

Good Fit For

• Adult intermittent self-catheterization
• Male patients with an enlarged prostate
• Female patients who have developed obstructions
• Settings where hanging the package during activation and cleansing is helpful

Key Features

• Coude tip with a short, strong curve helps with navigation through tight strictures
• Hydrophilic coating activates with the included sterile water packet in 30 seconds for a smooth, slippery surface
• No additional lubricant required, which can simplify preparation and reduce mess
• 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 correctly
• Individually packaged for single, sterile use

Applications and Usage

• Intermittent catheterization of the urethra when natural urine flow cannot be promoted
• Draining residual urine following 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 be hung during preparation

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: CS.
• Size: 16 Inch.
• Sterility: Sterile.
• This catheter is intended for single, sterile use only.
• The product contains polyvinylpyrrolidone, which may cause allergic reactions.
• The hydrophilic coating is activated by folding the unopened pack to burst the included sterile water packet.
• This version is identified by an orange color code for 16 Fr. sizing.

FAQ

• Does this catheter need separate lubricant? No. The hydrophilic coating is activated by the included sterile water packet and creates 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 or obstructions. The curved tip is noted as especially ideal for male patients with an enlarged prostate or females who have developed obstructions.
• How is the hydrophilic coating activated? The sterile water packet inside the unopened package bursts when folded, activating the coating in about 30 seconds.
• Is this catheter sterile? Yes. Each catheter is individually packaged for single, sterile use.
• What size is this catheter? This catheter is 16 Fr. and 16 inch long.

From McKesson.