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Description

The Metrex MetriCide Plus 30 Sterilizing and Disinfecting Solution (#10-3200 / 4 Gallons per Case) is designed to be used with a tray system with a variety of noncritical, semi-critical, and critical devices. It's reusable for up to 28 days.

Warranty: Until Use or Expiration (24 Month Shelf Life).

This formula contains surfactants and needs to stay above the minimum effective concentration (MEC) of glutaraldehyde, which can be tested via the MetriTest Strips (#10-304). This is especially important prior to use for cleaning heat-sensitive instruments and devices.

MetriCide Plus 30 is safe to use on anesthesia equipment, respiratory therapy devices, rubber, stainless steel instruments, and plastic.

Frequently asked questions

What types of medical devices can be sterilized or disinfected using MetriCide Plus 30?

MetriCide Plus 30 is suitable for sterilizing and disinfecting noncritical, semi-critical, and critical immersible medical and dental instruments. It is compatible with anesthesia equipment, respiratory therapy devices, rubber, stainless steel instruments, and plastic.

How long can MetriCide Plus 30 be reused before needing to be replaced?

MetriCide Plus 30 is reusable for up to 28 days at full strength, offering a long-life disinfection solution.

What is the active ingredient and its concentration?

The primary active ingredient in MetriCide Plus 30 is Glutaraldehyde, present at a concentration of 9.40%.

This activated dialdehyde solution is designed for high-level disinfection and sterilization of various medical devices.

Key Details:

  • Reusability: The solution is effective and reusable for up to 28 days after activation.
  • Monitoring: To maintain high efficacy, the Minimum Effective Concentration (MEC) of glutaraldehyde must be tested periodically using compatible MetriTest Strips.
Are there specific testing requirements for MetriCide Plus 30?

Yes, to ensure the MetriCide Plus 30 solution remains effective, you must test for the minimum effective concentration (MEC) of glutaraldehyde using MetriTest Strips. This is crucial for quality assurance during its 28-day reuse period.

What is the shelf life of MetriCide Plus 30?

The shelf life of MetriCide Plus 30 is 24 months.

How is MetriCide Plus 30 packaged and sold?

MetriCide Plus 30 is sold in cases containing 4 gallons of the sterilizing and disinfecting solution.

What type of devices is MetriCide Plus 30 designed for?

MetriCide Plus 30 is designed to be used with a tray system with a variety of noncritical, semi-critical, and critical devices.

Is the solution compatible with various medical devices?

Yes, MetriCide Plus 30 is safe for use with a variety of medical devices and materials, including:

  • Anesthesia equipment
  • Respiratory therapy devices
  • Rubber
  • Stainless steel instruments
  • Plastic

It is designed for sterilizing and disinfecting noncritical, semi-critical, and critical devices when used with a tray system.

Is MetriCide Plus 30 a safe high-level disinfectant?

Yes, MetriCide Plus 30 is a long-life, high-level disinfectant and sterilizing solution suitable for use on noncritical, semi-critical, and critical medical devices. The solution is formulated with several safety features and benefits:

  • Material Compatibility: It is safe for use on a wide variety of materials, including plastic, rubber, stainless steel instruments, and anesthesia/respiratory therapy equipment.
  • Corrosion Protection: It contains Sodium Nitrite as a corrosion inhibitor to help protect your instruments during the reprocessing cycle.
  • Reusability: Once activated, the solution remains effective and reusable for up to 28 days, enhancing operational efficiency.
How do you ensure optimal disinfection with MetriCide Plus 30?

To ensure optimal disinfection, MetriCide Plus 30 requires the use of MetriTest strips (specifically #10-304). These strips are essential for maintaining the minimum effective concentration (MEC) of glutaraldehyde, which is crucial for the solution’s efficacy, especially when cleaning heat-sensitive instruments and devices.