OnSite-IV® Design Features-Antibiotic Preparation
Simple Process (Refer to IFU for complete detail)
- Add diluent to drug vial
- Mix Drug
- Transfer drug to IV bag/elastomeric device
| Benefits | Emergency MD's | MD's Home Care, SNF and Military |
|---|---|---|
| Immediate antibiotic dispensing | ||
| Better patient outcomes and shorter hospital stays | ||
| Improve Patient Turnover and Discharge | ||
| Eliminate Needles | ||
| Fewer manipulation steps reducing risk of contamination-Cost of re-hospitalization $30,000 per episode | ||
| Simple and disposable with no bio-hazard requirements | ||
| Closed system for drug preparation |
Mixing Injectable Antibiotics By Current Conventional Method for IV Infusion & OnsiteIV®
| Mix Location | Onsite IV® | # Manipulations | Conventional | # Manipulations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 1 | 4 Minimum | ||
| Hosp. Floor | 2 | 4 Minimum | ||
| ER | 2 | 4 Minimum | ||
| Home Infusion (1) | 2 | 4 Minimum | ||
| MD Office (2) | 2 | 4 Minimum |
(1) Advantages include drug stability, shipping costs, and minimal storage concerns for home patient
(2) Encompasses MD infusion centers that dispense for patient to use at home. Same advantages as Home Infusion Pharmacy
On Site IV® Multiple Vial setup for a surgical procedure
Reduce infection potential-One time vial entry
Reduction in alcohol swab applications