UNOLOK 2.5 mL Syringe with 26G × ½ Needle

UNOLOK 2.5 mL Syringe with 26G × ½ Needle

UNOLOK is a disposable sterile syringe commonly used for injections and medication administration. The image indicates a 2.5 mL syringe with a 26G × ½ inch needle.

Description

• Type: Sterile disposable syringe with attached needle
• Capacity: 2.5 mL
• Needle Size: 26 Gauge × ½ inch (0.45 mm × 13 mm approximately)
• Manufacturer: Commonly marketed by various syringe manufacturers including HMD (Dispovan) and others.

Mechanism of Action (MOA)

A syringe is a medical device and does not have a pharmacological mechanism of action. It works by:

• Drawing medication into the barrel.
• Delivering medication into the body through the needle.
• Ensuring accurate dosing and sterile administration.

Uses

• Intramuscular (IM) injections
• Subcutaneous (SC) injections
• Administration of vaccines
• Antibiotic injections
• Vitamin injections
• Hormonal injections
• Local anesthetic administration
• Aspiration of small volumes of fluid

Possible Side Effects / Risks

(Usually related to injection procedure rather than the syringe itself)

• Pain at injection site
• Redness or swelling
• Bruising
• Bleeding
• Infection if aseptic precautions are not followed
• Needle-stick injury
• Allergic reaction to administered medication

Precautions

• Single-use only; do not reuse.
• Check sterile pack integrity before use.
• Use aseptic technique.
• Dispose of used syringe in a sharps container.
• Select appropriate needle size according to route of administration.
• Do not use if packaging is damaged or expired.

Advantages

• Sterile and ready to use
• Latex-free (varies by manufacturer)
• Clear barrel for accurate dosing
• Smooth plunger movement
• Reduced risk of contamination

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