Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Ostomy Skin Care Re-Thought By Coloplast's Brava Accessory Line

Brava Adhesive Remover Spray and Wipes are silicone based which dissovles residual ostomy barrier adhesive. 
  • Easy remove of adhesives
  • Won't interfere with further adhesion
  • Dry within seconds
  • Alcohol free + silicone based = sting free

Brava Skin Barrier Spray and Wipes are also silicone based to offer skin friendly protective barrier over the skin.
  • Protects against stoma output and adhesives
  • Spray can be used for crusting technique
  • Dry within seconds
  • Alcohol free + silicone based = sting free
Brava Skin Barrier Wipe
Parthenon carries all varieties of adhesive removers and protective barrier wipes/sprays.  We will get you the brand you need at the lowest price guaranteed! Coloplast ostomy supplies and more for less nationwide!

Beefed Up Security For Your Ostomy Appliance with Coloplast's Elastic Barrier Strips!

Have you ever wanted added security with your ostomy appliance?  Now you can have this AND increased wear time by ensuring the ostomy barrier edges don't roll up.  Coloplast's new, skin friendly Brava Elastic Barrier Strips are designed to keep your ostomy barrier securely in place while allowing you freedom of movement.  Thanks to their elasticity, whether you are stretchign for something on the top shelf or bending down to tie your shoe, you can crest assured that your barrier strips will move with you and keep your ostomy appliance in place.
  • Elastic technology follows the contours of the body
  • Ensures the position of your barrier and minimizes roll-up
  • Skin friendly alternative to tape
Apply Brava Elastic Barrier Strips around the ostomy barrier edges to minimize roll up and provide extra security! 
The Parthenon Company can give you the information you need to find out if this product is the right one for you!  There are others as well and it's best to try a sample if possible before buying.  We are family owned and operated since 1961 and take great pride in offering the best service and lowest prices on Coloplast ostomy supplies possible to our customers. 
Brava Elastic Barrier Strips

Think Leakage Reduction with Coloplast's NEW Brava Moldable Ring!

The seal around the stoma needs to be resistant to breaking down and dissolving; otherwise there can be risk of leakage.  This can damage the skin adn require unplanned appliance changes.
The Brava™ Mouldable Ring can serve as your first line of defense to keep leaks at bay - an erosion resistant formulation delivers longer lasting protection against leakage.  Like paste, the ring is used to fill in uneven skin surfaces and protect the skin. 

Brava™ Moldable Ring...
  • provides a secure seal around the stoma
  • absorbs moisture without breaking down
  • easy to handlek, mold and apply
  • alcohol free = sting free!
Apply a Brava Moldable Ring around your stoma to create a tight seal by filling in creases and folds around the stoma and stop leaks NOW!  The Parthenon Company specializes in Coloplast ostomy supplies and is very familiar with their new Brava accessory line.  We can help you get what you need at the LOWEST PRICE nationwide.
Coloplast Brava Moldable ostomy ring

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

How To Use Coloplast's Brava Strip Paste for Ostomy Appliances

Directions to use the Brava Strip Paste # 26555 by Coloplast.

Preparation 
Ensure that the skin around the stoma is clean and dry. Hold the turquoise tab and pull back to open. Do not tear the tab as it allows you to re-seal the box.
1. Take out the strip paste. Remove the protective film, and the strip paste is ready for use.

Applying paste to cavities/folds in the skin
2. Place a piece of strip paste in the uneven skin. Mold the paste into the skin. The paste must fill in the whole cavity/fold so that the paste and the skin are flush.
For easier application you may moisten your fingers with water before molding the strip paste. Then apply the ostomy appliance.

Removal
The paste may be removed from the skin at any time. no residue will normally be left on the skin as the paste will be removed from the skin together with the adhesive. 

Disposal
The product should be disposed of together with household waste. Do not flush the product down the toilet.
   


















Visual directions to use Brava Strip Paste

Brava Strip Paste 26555 product information
Store away from direct sunlight in a cool and dry place. Brava 26555 Strip Paste is intended to fill in cavities/folds in the peristomal skin and provide a seal between the stoma and ostomy skin barrier. It is used WITH ostomy pouches and barriers.  It less than a full strip is required, simply tear the needed amount from the strip and put the rest away for later use.
Ingredients: aliphatic hydrocarbon mixture, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, and carbohydrate mixture.