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TAMPON, disposable, regular size

https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/17156
STD PHYPMHMATR-

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Former Code(s): PHYGPADH2R- PHYGPADHTR- PHYGMHMATR-
The product is part of at least one Kit. A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
OC subscriptions: included in supply or field order tools (e.g. UniField)
SC subscriptions: included in supply or field tools
OC validations: approved for procurement and use by an OC for international or local orders specifying context and activity in Medical Standard Lists (MSL)

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TAMPON, disposable, regular size

Form

The sanitary tampon is made from absorbent material (cotton or viscose) in a cylinder form. They are for digital insertion and do not have an applicator . Could be supplied from different brands. Per piece.

Fit

The absorption capacity is regular, indicated with 3 droplets on the package (corresponds to approximately 9 gram absorbency value). Packed per unit and presented usually in carton boxes of 12 or 36 pieces.

Function

Used by women during menstruation by digitial insertion into the vagina (without applicator) and regular replacement during period in time intervals of less than 8 hours.

Precautions for use:

  • a tampon will NOT prevent an unwanted pregnancy or protect against STIs
  • hand washing is needed before inserting the tampon
  • a set of instructions of how to insert, extract and change the tampons should always be handed to the woman.
  • acceptance of feminine hygiene products that need to be inserted into the vagina depends on the cultural context.