Medline Cotton Tipped Applicators

Medline Cotton-Tipped Applicators are sterile, single-tipped swabsticks with soft, absorbent cotton on a 6-inch wood shaft. Packed two per sterile pouch (100 pouches per box, 200 swabs total). They’re built for precise skin cleansing and application in hard-to-reach areas, while holding up to a firm, lint-free scrub and simple single-patient workflows.

Medline Cotton Tipped Applicators Key Benefits

Choose these sterile, single-use swabsticks when you want consistent control, dependable absorbency, and packaging that keeps your workflow smooth.

• Soft, tightly wound cotton tip for precise application and collection
• 6-inch wood shaft provides reach and leverage for controlled swabbing
• Sterile, single-tipped design supports single-patient use
• Low-lint construction stands up to firm, thorough cleansing
• Two per sterile pouch, 100 pouches per box (200 swabs)
• Latex-free materials

When to Use

Reach for Medline cotton-tipped applicators whenever you need accurate placement, targeted absorption, or access to small or recessed sites.

• Skin prep and cleansing prior to injections, IV starts, or minor procedures
• Applying ointments, solutions, or antiseptics to localized areas
• Specimen collection and point-of-care testing per facility protocol
• Wound care tasks requiring gentle debridement or precise topical placement
• General clinic use where a sterile, single-use swab is indicated

Application Instructions

1. Open one pouch and remove a single applicator.
2. Prep EEG sites: dip in approved skin-prep (e.g., mild abrasive gel) and scrub the mark in small circles for 5-10 seconds to lower impedance; avoid over-abrading.
3. Wipe residue with gauze and let skin dry; for adhesive electrodes, ensure the site is completely dry.
4. With a fresh applicator, load a small amount of conductive paste/gel into cup/disc electrodes (or directly on skin if protocol allows); never cross-dip between products or patients.
5. Seat electrodes and tidy edges, smoothing excess and keeping gel off hairline/ears for easier removal.
6. Verify impedances; touch up with a new applicator as needed. Replace any swab that contacts a non-sterile surface.
7. At reference/ground or sensitive areas, use light pressure and minimal product to reduce artifacts.
8. Discard each applicator after single use per facility policy; do not reuse between sites or patients.

Safety Information

• For external use only; do not insert into body cavities beyond visible, safe limits
• Do not reuse; compromised sterility may increase infection risk
• Discontinue use if tip unravels or if irritation occurs
• Follow facility protocols for specimen handling and infection control

Storage and handling

• Store in a cool, dry place; keep pouches sealed until use
• Protect from moisture and crushing to maintain package integrity
• Check expiration date and packaging before use; discard if damaged or opened