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What is Swab-It?
The Phenol Swab-it was developed in the UK in 2004 to offer a safer alternative to Bottled Liquid Phenol. The Swab-it consists of a controlled dose of phenol contained in a small, sealed ampoule with an integrated cotton bud applicator. The ampoule is activated by either using the cotton bud or your preferred applicator, to collect the phenol liquid. Individual ampoules are heat-sealed within single foil pouches which are then packed in a releasable outer foil package.
Advantages Of Using
Phenol Swab-It?
- Easy to use
- Reduces possibility of a phenol spill
- Controlled amount delivered to each patient
- Fumes are reduced significantly due to the ampoule design
- Minimal risk of leakage as phenol is contained in polyethylene ampoules that are also individually packaged in foil pouches.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
The Phenol Swab-It device enables the safe application of 89% USP phenol used to prevent regrowth following the removal of an ingrowing toenail (nail matrixectomy). The phenol is applied once the procedure to remove the toenail has been completed and works by stripping away the top levels of skin within the nail bed.
1. To activate simply push the applicator downward to stop, allowing the phenol to moisten the cotton bud.
2. Carefully remove the applicator and apply the phenol.
3. After use place the applicator back in the ampoule and the device can be safely disposed.
ACTIVATION OF PHENOL SWAB-IT
Holding the applicator securely (ideally placed on a flat surface) and no more than 5mm away from the ampoule, push the cotton bud into the phenol liquid. Do not push the swab from the end of the applicator as this may cause it to bend or break and could cause spillage. The additional swabs provided in the pack are of a smaller diameter than those in the ampoule and should be used in a situation where the standard swab is too big. The smaller swabs should only be inserted after the pre-inserted swab has been used to activate the ampoule.
