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- Warranty: Not Available
- Weight: 4.18 lb
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MPN: 3153-11
- Phone: (800) 227-2862
Frequently asked questions
How many Duplex containers are included per case?
Each case of the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container system includes 24 units.
These ready-to-use IV containers are available in two dosing options:
- 1 Gram (50 mL total delivery)
- 2 Grams (50 mL total delivery)
Does the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container contain latex?
No, the components of the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container do not contain natural rubber latex. This makes it suitable for patients with latex allergies.
Does the Duplex system help prevent medication errors?
Yes, the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container is specifically engineered to significantly reduce medication errors and enhance patient safety.
Key features that minimize risk include:
- Dual-Chamber Safety: The system stores the pre-measured drug and diluent separately. This design prevents the accidental delivery of diluent alone, as the medication must be mixed in before administration.
- Ready-to-Use Convenience: Since the container is pre-filled with accurate dosages (1 Gram or 2 Grams) and requires no thawing, preparation is simplified to a single fold-and-squeeze action at the bedside, eliminating complex manual mixing steps.
- Automated Accuracy: The container is compatible with automated dispensing systems and uses barcoding to reference the final admixture, supporting accurate drug charting and administration.
- High Compliance: The product meets stringent safety standards, including Joint Commission and USP 797 guidelines. Additionally, the container is safe for patients as it is not made with latex, PVC, or DEHP.
What dosage options are available?
The B. Braun Duplex Container system offers two specific pre-measured drug dosage options for CefTRIaxONE, simplifying preparation and administration:
- 1 Gram CefTRIaxONE for Injection and Dextrose Injection
- 2 Grams CefTRIaxONE for Injection and Dextrose Injection
Both configurations deliver the final admixture in a standard 50 mL solution size. This ready-to-use format requires no mixing prior to administration (activated at the bedside) and minimizes the risk of medication errors.
Does the Duplex Container have a long shelf life?
Yes, the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container is designed for efficient inventory management with a long storage duration. The total shelf life is 24 months.
Furthermore, storage is highly convenient as the containers can be kept at room temperature and do not require thawing before activation and administration.
How does the Duplex container ensure accurate dosing?
The B. Braun Duplex container is engineered to maximize medication safety and dosing accuracy by eliminating manual mixing steps:
- Pre-Measured Accuracy: The two-compartment flexible IV container is pre-filled with accurate, standardized doses of the drug (CefTRIaxONE) and the diluent (Dextrose Injection). This eliminates the need for manual measurement, which prevents medication errors. Dosage options are available in 1 Gram or 2 Grams.
- Error Reduction System: A critical safety mechanism prevents the delivery of the diluent unless it has been correctly mixed with the medication, ensuring that only a complete and accurate drug admixture is administered.
- Automated Charting: The container features barcoding that references the final admixture, allowing for accurate drug verification and automated charting when integrated with dispensing systems.
- Compliance: This closed system structure adheres to stringent quality standards, including Joint Commission and USP 797 guidelines, further ensuring reliable and safe administration.
How is the CefTRIaxONE medication easily mixed?
The CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container uses a specialized two-compartment design, keeping the drug and diluent (Dextrose Injection) separate until immediately before administration.
- Simple Activation: The mixture is prepared instantly by simply folding and squeezing the flexible container at the bedside to combine the two pre-measured compartments.
- Ready-to-Use: This system requires no thawing and can be stored at room temperature, significantly streamlining the preparation workflow.
- Safety Assurance: The dual-chamber design minimizes the potential for medication errors by ensuring the diluent cannot be delivered without the medication, meeting compliance standards like Joint Commission and USP 797 guidelines.
Does the closed system protect the drug's potency?
Yes, the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container utilizes a closed system designed to maximize safety and preserve efficacy.This system provides comprehensive protection by:* Preserving Medication Efficacy: It safeguards the drug’s potency.* Preventing Contamination: It minimizes the risk of external contamination.* Shielding Personnel: It protects healthcare staff from exposure to airborne cephalosporins.
Does the container meet strict safety guidelines?
Yes, the B. Braun CefTRIaxONE Duplex Container is designed for maximum safety and compliance, meeting both the Joint Commission and USP 797 guidelines.
Key safety features include:
- Patient-Safe Materials: The container is not made with latex, PVC, or DEHP, and prevents the release of dioxins during disposal.
- Medication Safety: The dual-chamber design ensures that the diluent cannot be delivered without the pre-measured drug, significantly reducing medication errors.
- Potency Protection: It operates as a closed system to prevent contamination and protect the potency and efficacy of the medication.
Can this container be stored at room temperature?
Yes, a convenient feature of this container is that it can be stored at room temperature, eliminating the need for refrigeration or thawing before use.