Description

The EQUASHIELD Spike Adaptor is an essential component of a Closed System Drug Transfer Device (CSTD), specifically engineered to enhance the safety of drug handling in medical settings. Designed by EQUASHIELD, this adaptor plays a crucial role in the preparation, reconstitution, compounding, and administration of hazardous drugs, including antineoplastic agents.

Key Features

• Contamination Prevention: The adaptor's mechanically closed system effectively prevents environmental contaminants from entering, while also ensuring that neither the drug nor its vapors escape. This feature significantly reduces exposure risks and maintains a sterile environment for up to 7 days.

• Versatile Use: It is intended for safe injection into infusion bags and facilitates infusion administration, making it a versatile tool in healthcare settings.

• Single-Use Design: The adaptor is single-use, non-pyrogenic, and free from natural rubber latex, DEHP, and BPA, aligning with safety and compatibility standards.

• Sterilization: Each unit is sterilized using ethylene oxide, ensuring readiness for immediate use.

Compatibility

• Chemotherapy Applications: Highly compatible with chemotherapy compounding and administration, allowing multiple reconnections up to 10 times.

• Professional Use: It is intended for prescription use only and should be used under the supervision of a pharmacist or healthcare professional.

Variants

The Spike Adaptor is available in several models, including:

• SA-EZ (Dual)
• SA-EZ/D
• SA-W (Withdrawal)
• SA-1J (For IV Bottle)
• SA-180

Each variant is tailored for specific applications, such as withdrawing diluents like saline or sterile water from IV bags.

Instructions for Use

• Disinfection: Ensure the septum is disinfected before each use.
• Proper Connection: Follow proper connection protocols with infusion bags.
• Flushing Procedures: Adhere to recommended flushing procedures.
• Disposal: Dispose of the adaptor according to local regulations.

Material Composition

• Protective Cap: Polypropylene
• Membrane: Polyisoprene
• Housing: ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)
• Spike Port: DEHP-free PVC
• Hydrophobic Membrane: Enhances performance

Performance Specifications

• Priming Volume: 0.24 ml
• Flow Rate: 4 liters per hour at a 3-foot height difference
• Compliance: Meets USP Class IV guidelines

Packaging Options

• Inner Boxes: 50 to 60 units, varying by model
• Cases: 200 to 240 units
• Specific Models: SA-1 and SA-W have distinct packaging quantities

This comprehensive design ensures that the EQUASHIELD Spike Adaptor meets the rigorous demands of modern healthcare environments, providing reliable and safe drug transfer solutions.