Master Care Ampoule Cutter

DESCRIPTION

The Master Care Ampoule Cutter (often marketed under brands like Dr. Care or Medicom) is a multi-functional safety tool designed for healthcare professionals to safely open glass ampoules, vials, and syringes. It is engineered to prevent “sharps” injuries—the common cuts and glass splinters that occur when breaking ampoules by hand.

Key Features & Design

The tool is typically recognizable by its ergonomic, handheld shape (approx. 16.7 cm in length) and is constructed from durable ABS plastic.

• Replaceable Grinding Wheel: Features a small, circular diamond or stainless steel cutting wheel used to score (lightly scratch) the neck of the glass ampoule for a clean break.

• Multi-Size Apertures: Includes several holes of varying diameters to accommodate different ampoule sizes (typically 1ml, 2ml, 5ml, 10ml, and 20ml).

• Vial Opener: Often includes a metal “lever” or screwdriver tip at the base to pry off aluminum caps from medicine vials.

• Needle Remover: Features a U-shaped notch designed to safely unscrew or detach needles from syringes, allowing them to drop directly into a sharps container.

How to Use It

1. Score: Use the grinding wheel to lightly stroke the neck of the ampoule.

2. Insert: Place the neck of the ampoule into the matching-sized hole on the device.

3. Snap: Apply a gentle snapping motion. The device holds the broken glass head securely, protecting your fingers.

4. Dispose: The broken glass top can then be safely ejected into a sharps bin.