LoFric® Origo™ Hydrophilic Intermittent Catheters – Nelaton & Tiemann/Coudé Options – Pack of 30

LoFric® Origo™ is a single-use hydrophilic intermittent urinary catheter with an integrated sterile salt solution for activation, designed for convenient intermittent catheterisation at home or while away.

The catheter features Wellspect's Urotonic™ Surface Technology, creating a smooth hydrophilic surface designed to reduce friction during both insertion and withdrawal.

LoFric Origo is supplied ready for activation: simply press the integrated solution pocket to release the sterile salt solution and activate the catheter coating.

This listing includes selected Nelaton and Tiemann/Coudé options in different catheter lengths and Charrière (CH) sizes.

Available options

Nelaton – Paediatric 30cm

• CH10 | 30cm | Paediatric | Nelaton | Ref: 4421025

• CH12 | 30cm | Paediatric | Nelaton | Ref: 4421225

Also available within the complete current UK range:

• CH08 | 30cm | Paediatric | Nelaton | Ref: 4420825

Nelaton – Male 40cm

• CH10 | 40cm | Male | Nelaton | Ref: 4431025

• CH12 | 40cm | Male | Nelaton | Ref: 4431225

• CH14 | 40cm | Male | Nelaton | Ref: 4431425

• CH16 | 40cm | Male | Nelaton | Ref: 4431625

• CH18 | 40cm | Male | Nelaton | Ref: 4431825

Tiemann / Coudé – Male 40cm

• CH10 | 40cm | Male | Tiemann/Coudé | Ref: 4441025

• CH12 | 40cm | Male | Tiemann/Coudé | Ref: 4441225

• CH14 | 40cm | Male | Tiemann/Coudé | Ref: 4441425

• CH16 | 40cm | Male | Tiemann/Coudé | Ref: 4441625

• CH18 | 40cm | Male | Tiemann/Coudé | Ref: 4441825

Key features:

• Single-use intermittent urinary catheter

• LoFric® Origo™ by Wellspect

• Hydrophilic catheter

• Urotonic™ Surface Technology

• Smooth catheter surface during insertion and withdrawal

• Integrated sterile salt solution for activation

• No separate water source required

• Ready for use shortly after activation

• Available with Nelaton or Tiemann/Coudé tip

• Male 40cm options available

• Paediatric 30cm options available

• Multiple CH sizes

• Integrated insertion grip

• Supports a non-touch catheterisation technique

• Smooth catheter eyelets

• Adhesive tab on the packaging for hanging

• Packaging can be folded for discreet carrying

• Can be connected to an appropriate urine collection bag or extension tube

• Not manufactured with PVC

• Not manufactured with phthalates

• Not manufactured with latex

• Sterile

• Single use

• Pack of 30

What is LoFric Origo used for?

LoFric Origo is intended for intermittent urinary catheterisation.

Intermittent catheterisation is a technique in which a catheter is temporarily inserted through the urethra into the bladder to allow urine to drain.

Once the bladder has emptied, the catheter is removed and discarded.

LoFric Origo may be used for short-term or long-term bladder management where intermittent catheterisation has been recommended by an appropriate healthcare professional.

Hydrophilic catheter

LoFric Origo has a hydrophilic catheter surface.

When activated with the included sterile salt solution, the coating binds water and creates a smooth surface designed to reduce friction between the catheter and the urethral lining.

This is particularly important because intermittent catheter users may catheterise several times each day over extended periods.

Urotonic™ Surface Technology

LoFric catheters incorporate Wellspect's Urotonic™ Surface Technology.

The surface is designed to remain smooth during both:

• Catheter insertion

• Catheter withdrawal

This helps support comfortable catheterisation and long-term urethral health.

Integrated activation solution

LoFric Origo contains its own sterile salt solution for activation.

There is no need to:

• Add water

• Apply separate lubricant

• Carry an external activation solution

The solution pocket is pressed before use, allowing the liquid to wet and activate the catheter's hydrophilic surface.

This makes LoFric Origo particularly convenient for:

• Home use

• Work

• Travel

• School

• Days out

• Situations where access to clean water may be limited

Insertion grip

LoFric Origo incorporates an insertion grip to help the user handle and guide the catheter.

The grip allows the catheter to be advanced while reducing the need to directly touch the catheter surface.

This can support a non-touch catheterisation technique.

Always follow the catheterisation technique taught by your healthcare professional.

Nelaton tip

The standard LoFric Origo variants use a Nelaton tip.

A Nelaton catheter has a:

• Straight catheter shaft

• Soft rounded tip

This is the standard configuration used by many people performing intermittent catheterisation.

The selected Nelaton options on this listing include both:

• 30cm Paediatric catheters

• 40cm Male catheters

Tiemann / Coudé tip

The LoFric Origo Tiemann variants use a slightly curved and tapered catheter tip.

The terms Tiemann and Coudé are commonly used for this type of curved catheter tip.

A Tiemann catheter may be recommended where a healthcare professional considers a curved tip more appropriate for the individual's anatomy or catheterisation requirements.

The curved tip needs to be correctly orientated during catheterisation.

Only use a Tiemann/Coudé catheter if you have been advised and trained to use this catheter type by an appropriate healthcare professional.

Do not substitute a Tiemann catheter for a standard Nelaton catheter simply because the CH size is the same.

Understanding CH catheter sizes

CH means Charrière, also commonly referred to as French gauge or Fr.

The CH number describes the external diameter of the catheter.

The approximate external diameters are:

• CH08 = 2.7mm

• CH10 = 3.3mm

• CH12 = 4.0mm

• CH14 = 4.7mm

• CH16 = 5.3mm

• CH18 = 6.0mm

A larger CH number means a larger catheter diameter.

The correct catheter size should be selected according to the user's prescription or advice from their healthcare professional.

Do not change catheter size without appropriate advice.

Paediatric 30cm options

The references beginning 442 in this listing are the manufacturer's Paediatric 30cm variants.

Selected options:

• 4421025 – CH10

• 4421225 – CH12

The complete current range also includes:

• 4420825 – CH08

These should therefore be clearly labelled Paediatric 30cm on your website rather than simply being mixed with the male variants.

Male 40cm options

References beginning 443 are the standard Male 40cm Nelaton options.

Available sizes:

• CH10

• CH12

• CH14

• CH16

• CH18

The 40cm length is designed for male urethral catheterisation.

Male Tiemann 40cm options

References beginning 444 are the Male 40cm Tiemann/Coudé options.

The current UK range includes:

• CH10

• CH12

• CH14

• CH16

• CH18

The catheter tip is slightly curved and tapered rather than straight and rounded.

How to activate LoFric Origo

Always follow the manufacturer's Instructions for Use and the catheterisation technique taught by your healthcare professional.

In general:

1. Wash and dry your hands according to your catheterisation routine.

2. Check that the packaging is intact.

3. Press the integrated salt-solution pocket.

4. Allow the solution to activate the hydrophilic catheter surface.

5. Use the adhesive tab to hang the package if helpful.

6. Open the package according to the manufacturer's instructions.

7. Use the insertion grip to handle and advance the catheter.

8. Avoid unnecessary contact with the catheter surface.

9. Insert the catheter according to your trained technique.

10. Allow the bladder to drain.

11. Remove the catheter gently once drainage has finished.

12. Dispose of the catheter after use.

LoFric Origo is a single-use device and should not be cleaned or reused.

Connection to a urine collection bag

LoFric Origo can be connected to an appropriate:

• Urine collection bag

• Extension tube

This may be useful where direct drainage into a toilet or suitable receptacle is inconvenient.

Ensure any connected device is compatible and follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Foldable packaging

The LoFric Origo package can be folded into a smaller format.

This can make it easier to:

• Carry discreetly

• Store in a pocket

• Carry in a handbag

• Carry in a catheter kit

• Use while travelling

The packaging should remain intact until the catheter is required.

Adhesive hanging tab

An adhesive tab on the back of the packaging allows it to be attached to a suitable clean surface during preparation and catheterisation.

This may make the catheter easier to manage where there is limited space.

Smooth eyelets

The catheter incorporates smooth drainage eyelets near the catheter tip.

These allow urine to enter the catheter and drain from the bladder.

The eyelets are designed to provide smooth transitions at the catheter surface.

Material

LoFric Origo is manufactured without:

• PVC

• Phthalates

• Latex

This is an important distinction from some conventional intermittent catheter products.

Single use

Each LoFric Origo catheter is intended for one catheterisation only.

After use:

• Remove the catheter

• Dispose of it appropriately

• Do not wash and reuse it

• Use a new sterile catheter for the next catheterisation

Reusing a single-use catheter may compromise its cleanliness, coating and intended performance.

Important information:

• For intermittent urinary catheterisation

• Single use only

• Sterile

• Hydrophilic catheter

• Integrated sterile salt solution

• Urotonic™ Surface Technology

• No separate lubricant required

• Available with Nelaton and Tiemann/Coudé tips

• Male variants are 40cm

• Selected Paediatric variants are 30cm

• CH refers to catheter diameter

• Use the catheter size prescribed or recommended for you

• Do not change CH size without appropriate advice

• Tiemann/Coudé catheters require correct orientation and should only be used following appropriate advice and training

• Do not use if the package has been damaged

• Do not reuse

• Always follow the catheterisation technique taught by your healthcare professional

• Seek appropriate healthcare advice if catheterisation becomes unusually difficult or painful

• Do not force a catheter against significant resistance

• Seek medical advice for persistent bleeding, significant pain, inability to catheterise or other concerning urinary symptoms

• Always read and follow the manufacturer's Instructions for Use

Product details:

• Product: LoFric® Origo™

• Manufacturer: Wellspect HealthCare

• Product type: Intermittent urinary catheter

• Use: Intermittent catheterisation

• Coating: Hydrophilic

• Surface technology: Urotonic™ Surface Technology

• Activation: Integrated sterile salt solution

• Tip options: Nelaton and Tiemann/Coudé

• Lengths in this listing: 30cm and 40cm

• Sizes in this listing: CH10–CH18 depending on variant

• Sterile: Yes

• Single use: Yes

• Insertion grip: Yes

• PVC: Not manufactured with PVC

• Phthalates: Not manufactured with phthalates

• Latex: Not manufactured with latex

• Collection bag connection: Yes

• Pack size: 30 catheters

• NHS Drug Tariff: Listed

Order codes / variants:

Paediatric – Nelaton – 30cm

• 4421025 – CH10

• 4421225 – CH12

Male – Nelaton – 40cm

• 4431025 – CH10

• 4431225 – CH12

• 4431425 – CH14

• 4431625 – CH16

• 4431825 – CH18

Male – Tiemann/Coudé – 40cm

• 4441025 – CH10

• 4441225 – CH12

• 4441425 – CH14

• 4441625 – CH16

• 4441825 – CH18

LoFric® Origo™ combines a hydrophilic Urotonic™ catheter surface, integrated activation solution, insertion grip and compact foldable packaging for convenient intermittent catheterisation.

Choose the exact length, CH size and tip configuration prescribed or recommended by your healthcare professional.

Always follow Wellspect's Instructions for Use and the catheterisation technique provided by your healthcare professional.