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ACTOSED® PA POWDER
High-Level Disinfectant for Endoscopes and Medical Instruments
- Powder form disinfectant containing peracetic acid
- Used for high-level disinfection of flexible and rigid endoscopes and medical instruments
- High cleaning performance
- Suitable for use in many different materials with optimum material compatibility
- Has bactericidal (incl. MRSA), fungicidal, mycobactericidal, virucidal and sporicidal action
- Biodegradable
- Offers safe use for healthcare personnel
- Can be used manually or with endoscope washing machine
- It is approved by STORZ
Properties
Actosed® PA Powder, is a high-level disinfectant in powder form, which contains peracetic acid and used for the disinfection of medical instruments and endoscopes. Shows optimum efficiency with short contact time and provides safe usage. Thanks to its high cleaning power, it can be used for pre-cleaning and disinfection of medical instruments in all kinds of contamination.
Chemical composition
100 g contains <50 g Sodium percarbonate, <30 g TAED, corrosion inhibitors and auxiliary substances.
Microbiological Activity
| Microbiological Activity | Test Method | Concentration | Effect Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakterisidal (Including MRSA) | EN 13727 EN 14561 | %1,62 (16,2 g/l) | 5 minute |
| Fungucidal (C. albicans, A.brasiliensis) | EN 13624 / EN 14562 | %1,62 (16,2 g/l) | 10 minute |
| Tuberculocidal | EN 14348 / EN 14563 | %1,62 (16,2 g/l) | 10 minute |
| Virucidal(VAdeno, Polio, MNV) | EN 14476 | %1,62 (16,2 g/l) | 10 minute |
| Sporocidal(B. subtilis) | EN 13704 | %1,62 (16,2 g/l) | 10 minute |
Material Compatibility
Actosed® PA Powder has a wide material compatibility when used at recommended concentrations and durations of use. It is compatible with flexible and rigid endoscopes, anesthesia materials, surgical instruments made of stainless steel, thermoplastics, elastomer and glass materials. Product is not suitable for instruments with deteriorated coating nor instruments which are made of copper, brass and anodized aluminum material. Material compatibility of Actosed® PA Powder has been tested and approved by KARL STORZ.
Method of Use:
Method of Preparation: Fill the cuvette with warm tap water (30- 40°C). Add Actosed® PA Powder at the recommended ratio. Stir occasionally to form a clear solution. Wait for at least 15 minutes until all powder is dissolved. Method of Use: Make sure that all instruments and canals come into contact with the solution during application. Keep the lid of the disinfectant bath closed during use. After the recommended contact time, rinse the medical devices with water of at least drinking water quality, and dry. The solution should be prepared daily and should be replaced immediately in case of dirtiness.
Concentration of Use
| Concentration Ratio | Amount of Water | Product Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 1.62 % | 1 L | 16.2 gr |
Packaging
| Article-No. | Unit | Pieces in Box |
|---|---|---|
| 01.9605.81 | 81 g | 240 |
| 01.9605.810 | 810 g | 10 |
| 01.9605.5 | 5 kg | 1 |
| 14.4204.25 | Test Strip – Pack of 25 pcs | 1 |