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The PureWick™ System is a urine collection system that works outside the body. It includes a PureWick™ Female External Catheter and the PureWick™ Urine Collection System. Designed to help keep skin dry, the PureWick™ Urine Collection System gently pulls the urine from the PureWick™ Female External Catheter into the sealed collection canister.

How It Works

The PureWick™ System is a urine collection system that works outside the body. It includes a PureWick™ Female External Catheter and the PureWick™ Urine Collection System. Designed to help keep skin dry, the PureWick™ Urine Collection System gently pulls the urine from the PureWick™ Female External Catheter into the sealed collection canister.

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Over 2,000 hospitals and rehab facilities have used the PureWick™ Female External Catheter since 2016

The PureWick™ Female External Catheter has been available primarily for in-hospital treatment. The PureWick™ System is available for use at home without sacrificing any of the functionality that over 2,000 hospitals and rehab facilities have relied on since 2016. Using the PureWick™ System at home means you get the same supplies hospitals use discreetly delivered to your door.

BD PureWick™ Urine Collection System setup

1. Plug power cord into device outlet and into the A/C power outlet. Note: Make sure the power switch is turned off.

2. Place collection canister in the base and press down firmly on the lid of the device making sure lid is sealed.

3. Optional: Slip privacy cover onto the canister prior to placing canister into base.

4. Attach pump tubing (short tube) to the PureWick™ Urine Collection System connector port and the connector port on collection canister lid.

5. Attach the elbow connector to the collector tubing (long tube) and connect elbow connector to the connector port on collection canister lid.

6.  Connect other end of collector tubing (long tube) to a PureWick™ External Catheter.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Disclaimer: *Based on survey responses (01/19) by 141 US caregivers and users who purchased the PureWick Female External Catheters, in each case solely for the homecare setting. **May help reduce the risk of nighttime falls, by staying in bed without the need to walk to the toilet.

Indications: The PureWick™ Urine Collection System is to be used with the PureWick™ External Catheters which are intended for non-invasive urine output management.

Contraindications: Do not use the PureWick™ Urine Collection System with PureWick™ Female External Catheters on individuals with urinary retention.

Warnings: Do not use the PureWick™ Female External Catheter with a bedpan or any material that does not allow for sufficient airflow. To avoid potential skin injury, never push or pull the PureWick™ Female External Catheter against the skin during placement or removal. Never insert the PureWick™ Female External Catheter into the vagina, anal canal, or other body cavities. Discontinue use if an allergic reaction occurs. After use, this product may be a potential biohazard. Dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Precautions: Not recommended for patients who are: Agitated, combative, or uncooperative and might remove the PureWick™ Female External Catheter. Having frequent episodes of bowel incontinence without a fecal management system in place. Experiencing skin irritation or breakdown at the site. Experiencing moderate/heavy menstruation and cannot use a tampon. Do not use a barrier cream on the perineum when using the PureWick™ Female External Catheter. Barrier cream may impede suction. Proceed with caution in patients who have undergone recent surgery of the external urogenital tract. Always assess skin for compromise and perform perineal care prior to placement of a newPureWick™ Female External Catheter. Maintain suction until the PureWick™ Female External Catheter is fully removed from the patient to avoid urine backflow.

Safety and Warnings: Always unplug PureWick™ Urine Collection System before cleaning or when not in use. Do not immerse the PureWick™ Urine Collection System in water. As with most electrical devices, electrical parts in this system are electrically live even when the power is o. To reduce the risk of electric shock, if the PureWick™ Urine Collection System falls into water, unplug immediately. Do not reach into the water to retrieve it. Contains small parts that may cause choking. Keep out of reach of children. Keep cords and tubing out of the reach of children to avoid the risk of strangulation. Discontinue use if any allergic reaction occurs. Not recommended for users who are experiencing skin irritation or skin breakdown in device contact areas. WARNING: This device should not be used in oxygen-rich environments or in conjunction with flammable anesthetics. If the PureWick™ Urine Collection System is dropped or tipped over spilling urine, unplug the unit and carefully inspect for loose or damaged parts before resuming use. Contact Customer Support at 1-866-979-9408 if any damage is observed. The pump tubing connecting the PureWick™ Urine Collection System to the collection canister may experience light condensation inside the tube. This is not unusual and does not affect function. However, if urine or water has streamed into the pump, discontinue use and contact