Can disposable syringes be used repeatedly?
 Nov 30, 2022|View:498

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According to the latest definition of the experts of the International Medical Devices Industry Association, the so-called "disposable medical device" does not mean a medical device that is used only once, but refers to a medical device product that is used only on one patient (of course, it can be used many times on his/her body), but discarded after use.

Disposable syringes are not recommended for repeated use, mainly for the following reasons.

1, Once the sealed syringe is opened, there is the possibility of contamination. repeated use, can not ensure sterility, and may cause local infection, which will have an impact on the health of patients.

2, The previous injection residual drug solution will have the risk of deterioration, which may endanger the health of patients.

3, Repeated use also has the risk of several drugs mixed injection. For example, clindamycin should not be used with erythromycin and chloramphenicol. They are pharmacologically antagonistic, so they can not be combined.