B Braun 20G Branula – Reliable IV Cannula for Infusion Therapy

Description

The B Braun 20G Branula is a sterile, single-use intravenous (IV) cannula designed for safe and effective venous access during infusion therapy, medication administration, or blood transfusion. With a smooth bevelled stainless steel needle and kink-resistant catheter, it minimizes patient discomfort while ensuring reliable fluid flow. The integrated injection port allows for secondary medication administration without repeated punctures.

Ingredients / Materials

• Catheter: Medical-grade PTFE (biocompatible, kink-resistant)

• Needle: Stainless steel, precision-ground bevel tip

• Injection Port & Wings: Polypropylene / medical-grade plastic

• Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide (EO) sterilized

• Packaging: Individually sterile blister pack

Drug Class

• Medical Device – Intravenous (IV) Cannula

Dosage Form

• Device (20G, gauge size 1.1 mm × 32 mm)

Uses / Indications

• Establishes venous access for:

  • IV fluid infusion

  • Blood transfusion

  • Medication administration

• Commonly used in emergency care, hospitals, and outpatient procedures

• Suitable for adult patients requiring moderate to high flow rates

Dosage

• Flow rate: Approx. 61 ml/min (20G, depending on fluid type and viscosity)

• Dosage of medication/fluids depends on physician’s prescription.

In Case of Overdose

• Not applicable to device itself.

• Overdose relates to infused medications or fluids; immediate medical attention required.

Missed Dose

• Not applicable to cannula use.

• If a scheduled infusion is missed, consult healthcare provider.

How To Use

1. Wash hands and wear sterile gloves.

2. Open sterile package carefully.

3. Apply tourniquet and identify suitable vein.

4. Insert cannula bevel-up at shallow angle.

5. Confirm flashback of blood in chamber.

6. Advance catheter, withdraw needle.

7. Secure cannula with sterile dressing/tape.

8. Connect IV set or cap port as needed.

9. Dispose used needle in sharps container.

When Not to Use

• If sterile packaging is torn/damaged

• In patients with poor venous access or vein trauma at intended site

• Do not reuse or re-sterilize (single-use device)

Side Effects

• Localized pain, swelling, or redness

• Phlebitis (vein inflammation)

• Rare: infection or bloodstream complications

• Rare: infiltration or extravasation of fluids

Precautions & Warnings

• For professional/clinical use only under aseptic conditions

• Regularly monitor infusion site for infection, leakage, or complications

• Select correct gauge size based on therapy and patient vein size

• IV cannula should be removed/replaced within 72–96 hours or per hospital guidelines

Drug Interactions

• None (device only).

Storage / Disposal

• Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight

• Do not use after expiry date

• Dispose after single use in sharps container as per biomedical waste protocols

Control Drug / Prescription Status

• Medical Device – Hospital/Clinical Use

• Not a controlled substance

Quick Tips

• 20G is the most common IV cannula size – ideal for adults needing IV fluids, medications, and blood transfusion.

• Choose 18G for rapid blood/fluid resuscitation and 22G/24G for pediatric or fragile veins.

• Always insert using strict aseptic technique to minimize infection risk.