Bodedex® forteSurfactant cleaner for heat-sensitive and heat-resistant instruments for pre-cleaning ofendoscopes. With patented self-acting cleaning system. Gentle removing of persistentcontaminations, especially of contrast media residues and biofilm.

Advantages at a glance • self-acting, strong cleaning effect even with

pertinacious soiling• dissolves contrast media residues • dissolves biofilm• can be used in ultrasonic baths• little foaming• fragrance- and colourant-free

ApplicationBodedex forte is an instrument cleaner whichis suitable for cleaning of medicinal heat-sensitive and heat-resistant instruments as well as laboratory apparatus. The product removes pertinacious residues ofblood, proteins, secretions and grease. Bodedex forte shows an excellent cleaning effect for biofilms. An additional advantage is the outstanding removal of x-ray contrastmedia. The product-specific composition ofBodedex forte achieves a clearly superiorcleaning effect against the particularly firmlyadhering contrast media compared to conventional cleaners.

Areas of applicationBodedex forte can be used for self-actingcleaning of instruments and equipment in hospitals, primary healthcare and the laboratory.

• Removal of contrast media residuesInstruments and devices like duodenoscopesthat are contaminated with firmly adheringresidues of contrast media

• Anaesthesia and intensive carePatient-related items such as pharyngealtubes,masks, oropharyngeal airways, laryngoscopespatulas, etc.

• SurgeryInstruments, surgical equipment/tools, blood aspirators, etc.

• EndoscopesGastroscopes, duodenoscopes, colonoscopes, bronchoscopes, biopsy snares and attachments, etc.

• LaboratoriesGlass and porcelain containers, devices, tubing systems, etc.

• Wards and practicesDevices, kidney dishes, clamps, etc.

• UrologyCold light endoscopes (optics) and accessories, rectoscopes etc.

• Ophthalmologic instruments

• Dental instruments

Bodedex® forte

Removing biofilmOrganic contamination and biofilm in particular pose a challenge whencleaning heat-sensitive endoscopes. On the one hand, the stubborn soilsrequire high cleaning power; on the other hand, chemicals or too strongmechanical abrasion must not damage the endoscope’s sensitivematerial. A study shows that, for cleaning flexible endoscopes, theefficacy of a cleaner with neutral pH is superior to enzymatic products(1). Additionally, according to surveys, the neutral cleaner reducesbiofilm with Pseudomonas aeruginosa by 1.6 log10 steps at 40 °C andan exposure time of 5 minutes only, thus being assessed as highlyeffective for practice (2). The cleaning success is based on a patentedmechanism of action that increases the water solubility of deposits.

1 Albrecht H. Infektionspotenzial Kontrastmittelreste: Neuartiges Wirksystem ist bei Duodenoskopen enzymatischen Reinigernüberlegen. ENDO-Praxis; 2000; 2:18-20.

2 Gutachten zur Reinigungswirkung des Neutralreinigers Bodedex forte im manuellen Tauchverfahren gegenüber Biofilm vonPseudomonas aeruginosa. HSK, Dr. Horst-Schmidt-Kliniken GmbH, Hygiene-Institut, Wiesbaden, 29.06.2000.

Research for infection protection. www.bode-science-center.com

Comparison of success when cleaningduodenoscopes (in %)When cleaning duodenoscopes with a competitive product,69 % of the devices are free from contamination aftercomplete reprocessing. Thanks to its special formula,Bodedex forte yields a success rate of 98 %.

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Directions for use • Pre-cleaningBodedex forte is used for the pre-cleaning and cleaning of instruments (even of particularly narrowlumen) and so it optimises the subsequent disinfection and sterilisation success. For cleaning, dissemble or open the instruments respectively and immerge them in Bodedex forte solution. The channelshave to be filled without any bubbles. Make sure the instruments are completely covered by the solution. After cleaning, rinse all partswith water of at least drinking quality and forward the instruments. Afterwards the product can be further reprocessed (disinfection).

• Circulation procedureBodedex forte can be used in all common semi-automatic circulation procedures.

• Ultrasonic bathBodedex forte can be used in all stainless steel ultrasonic baths. Make sure the sonicationtime in accordance with the instruments manufacturers’ instructions is not exceeded.

• Chemothermal endoscope-reprocessingBodedex forte can safely be used prior tochemo-thermal endoscope reprocessing with Korsolex Endo-Cleaner and Korsolex Endo-Disinfectant.

CompositionNon-ionic and amphoteric surfactants, solvents,complexing agents, amino acid derivatives, corrosion inhibitors, anti-foaming agents, preservative.

Proven efficacyCleaning: 0.5 % - 1.0 %, exposure time 5 - 10 minutes, depending on extent of soiling.

CompatibilityDue to the excellent cleaning properties of Bodedex forte the combination with other products is not intended.

ListingCE labelling in accordance with the Medical Device Directive (MDD).

Related products• Korsolex extra: Aldehyde-based

disinfectant for heat-sensitive and heat-resistant instruments with virucidal activity. Economic use concentrations.Excellent material compatibility

• Korsolex basic: Aldehyde-based disinfectant for heat-sensitive and heat-resistant instruments with virucidal activity.

• Korsolex PAA: Ready-to-use disinfectant based on peracetic acid for flexible endoscopes and heat-sensitive instruments. Comprehensive efficacy.

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Bodedex® forte

2l on request

5l on request

Please note: that the availability of products in the Bodedex range may vary in different countriesand regions. Contact your local distribution partner for more information.The recommendations regarding our preparations are based on scientific tests and are given ingood faith. More detailed recommendations, e.g. regarding material compatibility, are possibleonly in separate, individual cases. Our recommendations are not binding and do not constitute aguarantee. They do not preclude a company’s own testing for the intended purpose and process.In this respect we cannot accept any liability. This is in accordance with our general conditions ofsale and supply.

Manufacturer

BODE Chemie GmbHA company of the HARTMANN GROUPMelanchthonstraße 2722525 HamburgGermany

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