Perfect for individuals with vision or dexterity challenges.
The larger container design makes it easier to grip while fitting and removing the needle which is beneficial for users with dexterity challenges.
Key features:
Unifine Pentips can be purchased from NDSS access points (usually at your local pharmacy).
Integrated removal chamber
for safe, temporary disposal of used pen needles1.
Easy to handle2
with design enabling easier grip during needle fitting and removal, especially for users with dexterity challenges.
Easy to use chamber1
can be placed on a flat surface for safe capping.
Easy to dispose1
secure storage for used needles when a sharps bin isn’t readily available.
Safe Click Technology indicates when used needles are securely locked in the chamber1, offering a solution for on-the-go disposal.
Safe sharps disposal can reduce the risk of injuries and illness3.
Experts recommend the immediate removal of a pen needle after use when using injection pens. Repeated use of pen needles can lead to infections and complications4.
Unifine Pentips Plus can help to improve pen needle changing behaviours. The integrated disposal chamber provides a safe place for used needles when a sharps bin may not be immediately available.
86% of users stated Unifine Pentips Plus were ‘as easy’ or ‘easier’ to use compared to their current pen needle2.
The Unifine Pentips Plus range has a universal fit to widely-used pen injection devices.*
References:
* Some products on the compatibility chart may not have a valid ARTG listing in Australia. Please consult your healthcare professional. Unifine Pentips compatibility chart http://diabetes.ascensia.com.au/pentips-cc/
1. Unifine Pentips Plus-IFU-cycle, http://diabetes.ascensia.com.au/pentipsplus-ug
2. HRW (2014). Impact of Unifine® Pentips® Plus on pen needle changing behaviour amongst people with diabetes medicating with injectable formats, available from customerenquiries@ascensia.com
3. Bouhanick, B., Hadjadj, S., & Weekers, L. (2000). What do the needles, syringes, lancets and reagent strips of diabetic patients become in the absence of a common attitude? About 1070 questionnaires in diabetic clinics. Diabetes & metabolism, 26(4), 288–293. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11011221/
4. Spollett G, et al. A. Improvement of Insulin Injection Technique: Examination of Current Issues and Recommendations. The Diabetes Educator. 2016;42(4):379-394. doi:10.1177/0145721716648017