Our Vascular access ranges
For IPC and vascular access healthcare professionals looking for high-quality, compliant solutions that prevent bloodstream infections
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Our solutions
Simple, sterile skin disinfection
Skin antisepsis is a critical part of the infection prevention process before invasive vascular access procedures. MHRA in the UK recommends that all skin antiseptic products for medicinal use are manufactured sterile to maximise patient safety.
HEXI PREP* is a sterile impregnated pad containing 2% chlorhexidine digluconate in 70% isopropyl alcohol. You can use it as part of standard or surgical aseptic technique to disinfect skin before vascular access or other surgical procedures and during dressing changes and maintenance of lines to reduce the risk of bloodstream and surgical site infections.
HEXI PREP is a licensed pharmaceutical product that complies with key recommendations for aseptic practice in vascular access, including NICE, epic3 and CDC guidelines. It is also endorsed by ANTT® (Aseptic Non-Touch Technique).
* HEXI PREP is a sterile, pre-impregnated pad containing 2% chlorhexidine digluconate in 70% isopropyl alcohol. It’s a licensed pharmaceutical indicated for skin disinfection before vascular access procedures.
The marketing authorisation holder for HEXI PREP is GAMA Healthcare Ltd., The Maylands Building, Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead Industrial Estate, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7TG, United Kingdom. Legal category: UK General Sales List. MA number: HEXI PREP (PL 40867/0002).
Specific detailed information, including adverse reactions, precautions, contraindications, method of use and prescribing information can be found here.
Per pad costs (NHS Supply Chain; ex VAT): HEXI PREP(CHEX15) 1.5 ml UK £0.28, HEXI PREP (CHEX30) 3.0 ml UK £0.66.
For further information about any of the claims set out on this page, email info@gamahealthcare.com
2% chlorhexidine digluconate in 70% isopropyl alcohol
HEXI PREP
Straightforward and compliant skin disinfection
Fast-acting device disinfection
A complete vascular access solution includes protecting patients from the threat of catheter-related bloodstream infection. HEXI HUB is a Class IIa disinfectant wipe designed for the single-use disinfection of non-invasive medical devices, including needleless connectors on venous and arterial catheters, peripheral cannulas and blood culture bottle hubs after cap removal.
Its active ingredients, 2% Chlorhexidine Digluconate in 70% Isopropyl Alcohol, conform with epic3, NICE, CDC and Department of Health guidelines, making it a proven and effective solution for disinfecting central venous catheter hubs and sampling ports.
HEXI HUB
Proven reduction in catheter-related bloodstream infections
The complete skin and hub solution
When it comes to fighting against bloodstream infections, hospitals require a complete skin and hub solution that includes high-quality, regulated products.
Powered by 2% Chlorhexidine in 70% Alcohol, the CA2SKIN skin wipes simplify skin and site care. Together, these efficacious products provide a complete solution for initial skin disinfection, ongoing IV site maintenance, blood culture collection and skin cleaning after dressing or plaster removal.
Your complete skin and site care solution includes:
All Vascular Access products
Featured products
HEXI PREP
HEXI PREP is a pre-impregnated sterile pad designed for skin disinfection before invasive vascular access procedures.
HEXI HUB
Disinfectant wipes designed for the disinfection of non-invasive medical devices such as catheter hubs, access ports and needleless connectors as well as tops of blood culture collection bottles.
Clinell 2% Chlorhexidine in 70% Alcohol Skin Wipes
Dermatologically-tested, skin-cleansing wipes for use after dressing and plaster removal.
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Speak to an expert
Are you looking for the right infection prevention solutions for your healthcare organisation? One of our expert team members would be happy to help you find the best vascular access solution for your needs.
GAMA Healthcare provides excellent service and their organisation-wide training programme is especially commendable.
NATALIE VAUGHAN, CLINICAL LEAD, INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL, NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS
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