Optiva I.V. Catheter

Optiva I.V. Catheter

The ICU Medical Optiva I.V. Catheter is a radiopaque polyurethane catheter designed to support smooth insertion, reliable venous access and patient comfort during veterinary procedures.

Its electropolished V-point needle provides controlled vein entry, while the OCRILON® polyurethane catheter is firm during insertion and softens once in place. The thin-wall design supports efficient flow without requiring a larger catheter gauge.

Key Features

• Electropolished V-point needle for controlled insertion
• OCRILON® polyurethane softens after placement
• Clear catheter supports flashback visibility
• Radiopaque for identification under imaging
• Thin-wall design supports efficient flow
• Tapered shoulders provide a smooth catheter transition
• Available in multiple gauges and lengths
• Colour-coded by catheter gauge

Suitable For

• Peripheral intravenous access
• Fluid administration
• Medication delivery
• Anaesthesia and surgical procedures
• Emergency and inpatient veterinary care
• Short- and extended-duration infusion therapy

Product Description

The Optiva® IV Catheter combines precision needle design with flexible OCRILON® polyurethane tubing to provide dependable vascular access across a range of veterinary patients.

The catheter remains firm during insertion to support accurate placement, then softens in situ to conform more comfortably within the vein. This helps support catheter stability and patient comfort during ongoing treatment.

Its clear construction allows easy observation of blood flashback, while the radiopaque catheter material supports identification under diagnostic imaging when required.

A thin-wall design provides a larger internal diameter relative to the catheter gauge, helping maintain effective flow rates. Finely tapered catheter shoulders create a smooth transition between the needle and catheter, supporting controlled advancement into the vein.

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DELIVERY / CARRIAGE CHARGES:

TRADE CUSTOMERS (Veterinary Practices & Hospitals Only)

Trade customers will receive free next working day delivery on all UK Mainland orders over £75 (ex. VAT). An order under £75 will incur a handling charge of £6.99 (ex. VAT). Charges for international or remote locations (for example, Scottish Highlands and Islands) will always be incurred and the final amount will be determined upon receipt of order. Orders will be delivered by our nominated carrier to the address given on the order. Orders received by 5 p.m. are processed the same day for delivery the next working day.

PRIVATE CUSTOMERS

Private customers can choose one of the following options:

Courier	Delivery Times	Cost
	3-5 Working Days	£4.99
	1-2 Working Days	£6.99
	Next Working Day	£9.99

Please note these timescales are working days and will not include weekends or Bank Holidays. These charges cover packaging & carriage irrespective of the amount spent. Additional charges will apply for heavier and bulkier orders and customers will be contacted directly for approval before despatch. Orders will be delivered by our nominated carrier to the address given on the order. Orders received by 5 p.m. are processed the same day.

CARRIERS

The Vet Store reserves the right to choose a logistics partner of their choice and this may vary from time to time. Currently this may vary between TNT, Hermes and Royal Mail.

DELAYS

Whilst every endeavour is made to ensure delivery within the above timescales, no guarantee can be given due circumstances beyond our control and no liability will be accepted for any loss or damage occasioned by delay however caused.

SHORTAGES

In the event of short delivery or damage, The Vet Store must be notified within 48 hours. Non-receipt of goods invoiced must be brought to our attention within 24 hours of the date of delivery. The Vet Store cannot accept responsibility for delivery problems resulting from incorrect information supplied by the customer.

OVERSEAS CUSTOMERS

EU: £45 or £55 carriage per 20kg will be levied regardless of amount spent dependent on which country the order is being delivered.

REST OF THE WORLD: £125 carriage per 20kg will be levied regardless of amount spent.

These amounts are for indication purposes only and in certain circumstances, it may be necessary to contact you for an additional carriage payment, for example if the parcel is large or heavy.

RETURNS

In the unlikely event that goods need to be returned, we offer a “no quibble” 10 working day returns policy which has been designed for minimum inconvenience.

For goods ordered in error you will be responsible for the full cost of postage and packaging.

Approval must be sought before items are returned.

Please fill out the returns form and once you have obtained a unique returns number (URN#) and approval, return it along with the goods for return – click here to download.

PLEASE NOTE – We strongly recommend for security purposes when sending items back you use a ‘signed for’ delivery service, such as Royal Mail Recorded or Special Delivery and ensure the package is adequately insured. We are not liable for any packages lost in the post and do not accept responsibility for any item(s) until a member of our staff has signed for the package. Goods need to be returned in adequate packaging to avoid damage in transit.

Credit will only be issued for returned stock received in a re-saleable condition.