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Libra Leg Bag

Utilising high quality materials with a user friendly 

design, the Libra Leg Bag provides total peace of 

mind for users and carers alike.
With a comprehensive range of sizes and tube 

lengths, we are confident that there will be a 

Libra Leg Bag to suit all needs.

Confidence, Security & Comfort

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Needle-free sample port 

for easy, safe sampling
Ridged connector for 

a secure fitting to a 

Catheter or Sheath

180˚ Lever Action Tap simple 

to operate and secure

 

Kink resistant silicone tubing 

for easy overnight drainage

Smooth fabric backing 

for a comfortable fit

Non-return valve reduces the 

risk of ascending infections
 

Date fitted box for easy 

monitoring of how long the 

Libra Leg Bag has been in use

Did you know... 

The Libra Leg Bag tap can be swivelled for comfort 

and extra security. It also features raised ridges to allow the visually 
impaired to identify whether the bag is open or closed.

Key Features

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Summary of Contents for Libra Conform Leg Bag Series

Page 1: ...Drainage Bag User Guide ...

Page 2: ...ensory Options And Where To Position 8 Different Types Of Leg Bag 9 GB Night Bags Single Use 10 GB Night Bags Reusable 11 Choosing A Night Bag 12 Overnight Link System 13 Using A Night Stand 14 Key Tips Troubleshooting 15 16 Importance Of Catheter Fixation 17 18 Ordering Codes 19 20 Notes 21 22 Ordering Through Nightingale 23 A UK Manufacturer committed to Urology ...

Page 3: ... connector for a secure fitting to a Catheter or Sheath 180 Lever Action Tap simple to operate and secure Kink resistant silicone tubing for easy overnight drainage Smooth fabric backing for a comfortable fit Non return valve reduces the risk of ascending infections Date fitted box for easy monitoring of how long the Libra Leg Bag has been in use Did you know The Libra Leg Bag tap can be swivelled...

Page 4: ...ure the wavy silicone lines face onto the leg 8 Make sure the inlet tubing isn t kinked which can restrict the flow of urine Ensure you do not touch the open end of either the Catheter or Leg Bag Connector when connecting emptying or changing the Leg Bag as this could lead to infection How to empty the Libra Leg Bag Your Healthcare Professional will be able to advise you on how often you should em...

Page 5: ...e using the velcro tabs ensuring that the strap is not overtightened to prevent circulation in the leg Libra Leg Bag Holder Alternatively you can use the Libra Leg Bag Holder which encases the Leg Bag on the leg offering full support whilst allowing the skin to breathe Diagram 1 Diagram 2 Different types of Leg Bag As well as the standard Libra Leg Bag Great Bear also offer the Libra Conform Leg B...

Page 6: ...rtant Do not connect a Single Use Night Bag directly to an Indwelling Catheter Single Use Night Bags should only be connected to a Sheath or to a Leg Bag as part of an overnight link system Page 13 GB Night Bag Range Reusable The GB4 GB4 Fold Up and GB6 can be connected directly to a Sheath or an Indwelling Catheter and can be used for a period of 5 7 days Do not reconnect a Night Bag or GB4 Fold ...

Page 7: ...ht Bag that combines the infection control benefits of both single use and sterile options Remember Under no circumstances should any Night Bag be reused once the initial connection has been broken Overnight Link System Where a Leg Bag is being used a 2 litre or 3 litre Night Bag can be connected to the end of the Leg Bag to provide additional capacity for overnight drainage 1 When you go to bed d...

Page 8: ...at is a Relative a Carer or Healthcare Professional they must wash and dry their hands and wear a clean pair of gloves Any Great Bear Drainage Bags that are supplied in an individual peel pouch are sterile It is important that they remain in their sterile peel pouch until ready for use If the packaging is damaged or opened the sterility of the product may be compromised and should not be used Libr...

Page 9: ...phenomenon called Purple Bag Syndrome Bacteria in the urine or certain medications can react with the bag material and change it blue or purple The change in colour is not harmful but we would advise you consult your Healthcare Professional to rule out infection The bag keeps disconnecting from my Catheter Disconnection usually occurs when the connector on the drainage bag has not been sufficientl...

Page 10: ...djustable 45cm 10 335 4362 10132J 750ml Direct Inlet 10 361 3015 10106G 750ml Short 10cm 10 335 4347 10108J 750ml Long 30cm 10 335 4404 10110L 750ml Adjustable 45cm 10 335 4396 10133K 1000ml Direct Inlet 10 361 3023 10120W 1000ml Long 30cm 10 342 9453 10122Y 1000ml Adjustable 45cm 10 342 9461 Libra Conform Prescription All Prescription Libra Conform come with Fabric Backing and one pair of Leg Bag...

Page 11: ...th Single Use T Tap 10 365 4837 10330Y GB5 Non Sterile with Single Use T Tap 10 404 9441 Reusable Night Bags Prescription Product Code Product Name Description Quantity PIP Code 10400W GB4 Sterile and reusable with Lever Action Tap 10 335 4321 10402Y GB4 Fold Up Sterile and reusable with star tubing and foldable Lever Action Tap 10 385 5137 10430U GB6 Sterile and reusable with star tubing and Leve...

Page 12: ...products are required and how many Please make sure you have at least two weeks supply in hand before re ordering Hand Gels Radar Keys Wet Dry Wipes Disposable Bags Night Stands Sponge Bag Complimentary items available That s all We will do everything else Notes Continence Products available on Prescription 22 23 ...

Page 13: ...Great Bear Healthcare Ltd 1 Lambourne Crescent Cardiff Business Park Cardiff CF14 5GF 44 0 29 2074 7770 mail gbhl co uk www greatbearhealthcare co uk GBUDBUSERCDFV2 2018 ...

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