CIDEX™ OPA Solution

CIDEX™ OPA Solution is a glutaraldehyde-free, high-level disinfectant for reprocessing reusable heat-sensitive semi-critical medical devices.¹ The low odour and low vapor pressure solution requires no activation or mixing, making it a safe and easy-to-use.^{2, 3} Compatible with a wide range of medical devices and has been found to be effective at killing a broad spectrum of bacteria, fungi and viruses.^{3, 4}

It is used daily by thousands of healthcare facilities around the world to provide safe and efficient high-level disinfection of a variety of medical devices, including flexible endoscopes.³

Features

Effective

• Broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, mycobacteria, viruses and fungi^{4, 5}
• Efficacious in the presence 5% organic soil contamination and microbiological burden⁵

Fast Acting

• Automated endoscope reprocessing: 5-minute soak time at 25 °C (77 °F)³
• Manual reprocessing: 12-minute soak time at 20 °C (68 °F)³
• Shorter disinfection time than glutaraldehyde⁴

Long-Lasting Efficacy

• Reusable for up to 14 days when monitored with CIDEX™ OPA Solution Test Strips⁵

Safe and Easy-to-Use*

• No activation or mixing required,⁵ reducing operator handling
• Glutaraldehyde-free⁵
• Compatible with a wide range of materials and devices
• Low vapor pressure⁶ minimises inhalation exposure risk

*Ensure adequate ventilation and wear the appropriate PPE.^{3, 6} Please refer to the CIDEX™ OPA Solution Instructions for Use for more information.

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