Description
The COPHENYLCAINE FLEXI NOZZLE, crafted by Aspen Pharmacare, is an essential accessory designed for precise medical application. This single-use, disposable nozzle is specifically engineered to complement the Co-Phenylcaine Forte Spray, ensuring a targeted and hygienic delivery of anaesthetic and vasoconstrictor solutions to nasal and pharyngeal tissues.
Key Features
- Flexible Design: The nozzle's flexibility allows it to be bent and shaped for optimal access and coverage, enhancing its versatility in various clinical scenarios.
- Hygienic Application: Each nozzle is individually wrapped, maintaining sterility and preventing cross-infection between patients.
- Fine Mist Delivery: Equipped with a fine nozzle tip, it produces a mist that ensures effective mucosal coverage, crucial for procedures requiring precise application.
Design and Usability
The COPHENYLCAINE FLEXI NOZZLE features a broad cradle or finger platform, providing healthcare professionals with comfortable and easy control during use. Its slim-line design allows for accurate placement within the nasal cavity, making it suitable for a range of medical procedures.
Available Sizes
- Short Nozzle: 100mm length, available in boxes of 50 units.
- Long Nozzle: 200mm length, available in boxes of 25 units.
These size variations enable healthcare providers to select the appropriate length to meet specific clinical needs.
Intended Use
This nozzle is intended for use in procedures that require topical anaesthesia and local vasoconstriction, such as:
- Endoscopy of the upper airways
- Preparation of nasal mucosa for surgery
- Treatment of acute nosebleeds (epistaxis)
- Removal of nasal foreign bodies
- Topical anaesthesia of the pharynx prior to laryngoscopy or mechanical extraction
Administration
The nozzle attaches seamlessly to the pump of the Co-Phenylcaine Forte Spray bottle, with each squirt delivering 100 microlitres of solution. A new nozzle should be used for each patient to maintain hygiene standards.
Material and Storage
Made from medical-grade plastic, the nozzle should be stored at temperatures not exceeding 30°C to preserve its integrity.
Precautions
Healthcare providers should note the following precautions:
- Not suitable for patients with hypersensitivity to any component.
- Not recommended for children under 2 years old, pregnant individuals, or those with specific medical conditions such as hepatic or renal impairment, cardiovascular disease, or hyperthyroidism.
- Ensure packaging seals are intact before use.
The COPHENYLCAINE FLEXI NOZZLE is a prescription-restricted device, designed to enhance the safety and effectiveness of nasal and pharyngeal medical treatments.