Key features:
- Sachet and tube formats available depending on the product
- Medicated and non-medicated options available
- Medicated gel option containing local anaesthetic and antiseptic
- Suitable for catheter insertion and clinical procedures
- NDIS-claimable for eligible participants under Consumables
Choosing the Right Gel
The right gel depends on whether lubrication alone is needed or an antiseptic and anaesthetic effect is also required. A non-medicated lubricating gel suits routine catheter insertion where an uncoated catheter needs a separate lubricant, a sachet works well for single-use application, while a larger tube suits ongoing or higher-frequency use.
A medicated gel containing local anaesthetic and antiseptic may be used where that additional effect is needed before a procedure, and should only be used on clinical advice.
If you're using a hydrophilic catheter from the wider catheters range, a separate lubricant usually isn't required, as the catheter surface is pre-lubricated.
FAQs
No. Uncoated catheters typically need a separate lubricant, while hydrophilic catheters have a coating that becomes slippery when activated with water and don't need an additional gel.
No. Uncoated catheters typically need a separate lubricant, while hydrophilic catheters have a coating that becomes slippery when activated with water and don't need an additional gel.
A standard lubricating gel provides lubrication only, while a medicated gel may also contain a local anaesthetic and antiseptic. Medicated gels should be used based on clinical advice.
A standard lubricating gel provides lubrication only, while a medicated gel may also contain a local anaesthetic and antiseptic. Medicated gels should be used based on clinical advice.
Sachets are suited to single-use application per procedure, while a tube format may be more practical for ongoing or frequent use. The right choice depends on routine and preference.
Sachets are suited to single-use application per procedure, while a tube format may be more practical for ongoing or frequent use. The right choice depends on routine and preference.