Edge Safety Needle Pink 18G x 38 mm (1 1/2\) x 1000
Needle-Pro EDGE
Injection & InfusionSafety hypodermic needles
Certifications
- CE Marked sterile, single Use safety hypodermic needle device (medical device, not a medicinal product).
- Safety Engineered device designed to meet NIOSH/CDC recommendations for needlestick injury prevention.
- Colour coding conforms to ISO standard colour identification for needle gauge sizes.
- Manufactured under a certified medical device quality management system (e.g. ISO 13485) by ICU Medical / Smiths Medical.
- Complies with applicable sharps safety regulations and occupational health guidelines in relevant markets.
- CE Marked sterile, single Use safety hypodermic needle device (medical device, not a medicinal product).
- Safety Engineered device designed to meet NIOSH/CDC recommendations for needlestick injury prevention.
- Colour coding conforms to ISO standard colour identification for needle gauge sizes.
- Manufactured under a certified medical device quality management system (e.g. ISO 13485) by ICU Medical / Smiths Medical.
- Complies with applicable sharps safety regulations and occupational health guidelines in relevant markets.
Safety hypodermic needles
Description
The Edge Safety Needle Pink - 18G x 38 mm (1 1/2\) x 1000 is the Jelco Hypodermic Needle-Pro EDGE safety hypodermic needle from ICU Medical (formerly Smiths Medical). It is a sterile, single-use hypodermic needle with a hinged, manually activated safety sheath designed to help protect clinicians from needlestick injuries. The 18G, 38 mm (1.5 inch) stainless steel needle is colour-coded pink in accordance with ISO gauge standards. The integrated Needle-Pro EDGE safety mechanism is activated with a simple one-handed technique after injection: the needle is locked inside the protective sheath with an audible click and the entire device is then disposed of in a sharps container. The device is engineered to provide cost-effective, safety-engineered solutions for routine hypodermic injections and fluid withdrawal in a wide range of clinical applications while minimising dead space and maintaining clear bevel orientation and bold, distinct syringe markings.
Bnefits
- Integrated safety-engineered design to help reduce potential for needlestick injuries by minimising critical exposure time.
- Simple, one-handed activation of the hinged safety sheath for ease of use and compliance with sharps safety protocols.
- Low dead space design to minimise medication waste during injection or aspiration.
- Bold, distinct syringe markings (when used with matching EDGE safety syringe) to support accurate dosing.
- Bevel orientation indicator and fixed bevel-up position to support consistent needle positioning.
- Entire device colour-coded to ISO standard gauge colours for rapid identification (pink for 18G).
- Sterile, single-use device designed to meet NIOSH/CDC recommendations for needle safety devices.
- Engineered for cost-effective sharps safety while maintaining clinical performance.
Indications
- For hypodermic injection of fluids such as medications, vaccines and other parenteral solutions.
- For withdrawal of blood or other body fluids via hypodermic access when clinically indicated.
- Use in general medical, surgical, emergency, anaesthetic and outpatient settings where an 18G needle is appropriate.
- Applications requiring a larger-bore needle for rapid injection or aspiration, reconstitution and drawing up of viscous medications or solutions.
- Use where a manual, hinged safety needle is required to support sharps injury prevention policies.
Composition
- Stainless steel hypodermic needle cannula (18G, 38 mm) with regular bevel.
- Plastic hub with standard Luer connection compatible with standard Luer syringes.
- Integrated hinged plastic safety sheath (Needle-Pro EDGE mechanism) attached to the needle hub.
- Latex-free construction (no natural rubber latex in fluid-contact or handling components).
Formulation
- Sterile, single-use safety hypodermic needle device with hinged mechanical safety shield.
- Supplied non-pyrogenic and latex-free, individually packaged in peel-open blister packs.
Packaging
- Individually sterile blister-packed safety needles.
- 100 needles per box.
- 10 boxes per shipping case (total 1000 needles per case for code 401815).
- Outer case labelled with product code 401815, gauge/length (18G x 1.5"), colour (pink), lot number and expiry date.
Usage
- Open the sterile blister pack immediately before use and remove the device without touching the needle or safety sheath.
- Attach the Luer hub of the safety needle securely to a compatible Luer syringe, taking care not to damage the safety mechanism.
- With the needle bevel up, remove the needle cap by pulling it straight off without twisting, and draw up medication as required.
- Expel any air from the syringe and administer the injection according to local clinical protocols and best practice.
- After withdrawal of the needle from the patient, keep your free hand behind the needle at all times and do not attempt to recap.
- Activate the Needle-Pro EDGE safety mechanism using a one-handed technique by gently pressing the safety sheath against a flat, stable surface until an audible click confirms the needle is locked inside the sheath.
- Visually confirm that the needle tip is fully engaged within the protective sheath and cannot be exposed.
- Immediately dispose of the entire device (needle and syringe) in an approved sharps container after activation.
- Do not reuse, re-sterilise, bend or break the needle before disposal.
Contraindications
- Do not use if the sterile package is open, damaged or has been previously compromised.
- Not for reuse; single-use only. Reuse may lead to infection, dullness or failure of the safety mechanism.
- Do not use in patients with known hypersensitivity or allergy to stainless steel or any material in the device.
- Not suitable for use in applications requiring specialised needles (e.g. spinal, epidural, intravenous catheter placement) where product-specific devices are recommended.
- Do not use if the safety mechanism appears damaged or does not function as described in the instructions for use.
Adverse Effects
- Local pain, bruising or minor bleeding at the injection site, as with all hypodermic needle procedures.
- Potential for local tissue trauma or haematoma if insertion technique is suboptimal.
- Risk of local infection or abscess formation at the injection site if aseptic technique is not followed.
- Rare hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to device materials in susceptible individuals.
- Potential needlestick injury to healthcare workers or others if the safety mechanism is not correctly activated or the device is mishandled.
Storage Conditions
- Store in a clean, dry environment at room temperature, away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
- Keep in original packaging until point of use to maintain sterility and protect the safety mechanism.
- Do not expose the sterile packs to moisture or chemicals that could compromise packaging integrity.
- Do not use beyond the expiry date indicated on the packaging.
- Keep out of the reach of children and unauthorised personnel.
