Coloplast Self-Cath Coudé Olive Tip Intermittent Catheter with Guide Stripe

SKUs: 806 | 808 | 810 | 812 | 814 | 816 | 818  |  16" Male Length  |  Coudé Olive Tip  |  Latex Free  |  Siliconized PVC  |  Blue Guide Stripe  |  Prescription Required  |  FSA Eligible

A latex-free PVC coudé olive tip intermittent catheter for patients who require coudé tip geometry to navigate the prostatic curve but cannot use or prefer to avoid latex products. The blue guide stripe provides continuous visual orientation of the angled coudé tip throughout insertion. Siliconized surface for smooth, low-friction advancement. Fire-polished eyelets minimize urethral trauma. Color-coded funnel ends in seven French sizes from 6Fr to 18Fr — one of the broadest ranges available in a latex-free coudé line. Single-use. Prescription required. Sold individually, 30/pack, or 100/case.

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Note: Green is shared by 6Fr (806) and 14Fr (814) — confirm by SKU number, not color alone. French size and coudé tip are prescribed. Questions? 1-866-218-0902

Key Features

• Coudé olive tip — rounded, angled tip for navigating prostatic obstruction, urethral stricture, or elevated bladder neck
• Blue guide stripe — printed longitudinal stripe on catheter body indicating coudé tip direction; orient stripe upward during insertion
• Latex free — PVC construction; appropriate for patients with latex allergy or sensitivity
• Siliconized surface — reduces friction during insertion; generally does not require a separate lubricant for most users
• Fire-polished eyelets — smooth, rounded drainage openings for gentle urethral contact
• Flexible medical-grade PVC
• Color-coded funnel: Green (6Fr), Blue (8Fr), Black (10Fr), White (12Fr), Green (14Fr), Orange (16Fr), Red (18Fr)
• 16" (40cm) male length
• Seven French sizes — 6Fr through 18Fr — widest range available in a latex-free coudé line
• Single-use disposable — do not reuse
• Prescription required | FSA eligible | Latex free

Clinical FAQs

How does this catheter differ from the Bard Bardia Red Rubber Coudé Olive Tip?

Both catheters have a coudé olive tip and guide indicator, but differ in three important ways. First, material: this Coloplast catheter is made of latex-free PVC — appropriate for any patient regardless of latex allergy status. The Bard Bardia is made from natural rubber latex and cannot be used by patients with latex allergy or sensitivity. Second, orientation indicator: the Coloplast uses a printed blue guide stripe for visual orientation; the Bard Bardia uses a raised physical bump for tactile orientation. Third, size range: this Coloplast line offers 6Fr through 18Fr (7 sizes), while the Bard Bardia offers 12Fr through 20Fr. For patients with no latex allergy who prefer a latex product for its specific feel, the Bard remains an option. For all others — including all latex-sensitive patients — this PVC version is the appropriate choice.

Why does this coudé line start at 6Fr when most coudé catheters start at 12Fr or 14Fr?

The inclusion of 6Fr and 8Fr coudé olive tip sizes reflects the clinical reality that urethral obstruction can occur in younger patients and in patients with anatomy requiring smaller French sizes, not only in older adults with BPH. Patients with tighter urethral strictures may require a smaller French size specifically because the stricture limits the diameter that can pass — and the coudé tip is still needed to navigate the obstruction geometry. Clinicians managing patients who need both a small Fr size and a coudé tip have historically had limited options; having 6Fr–10Fr coudé olive tip sizes available gives prescribers the full range. 6Fr and 8Fr should only be used when specifically prescribed for the appropriate indication.

How do I use the blue guide stripe for correct insertion?

The blue guide stripe runs along the full length of the catheter, from near the tip to the funnel end. It marks the side of the catheter facing the same direction as the coudé tip's curve. Before inserting, orient the catheter so the blue stripe faces upward (toward the anterior/ceiling) — this positions the coudé curve in the correct direction to follow the natural bend of the urethra through the prostatic segment. Maintain this orientation throughout the entire insertion; do not rotate the catheter after beginning insertion. Unlike the Bard Bardia's raised tactile indicator, this guide stripe is a printed line — it is a visual indicator that requires sight to confirm orientation. Advance the catheter until urine flows, maintaining stripe orientation throughout.

Does this catheter require separate lubricant?

The siliconized surface reduces friction and most users insert this catheter without a separate lubricant. However, a small amount of water-based lubricating jelly may be applied for additional comfort, particularly for first-time users or those with urethral sensitivity. Only water-based lubricants are appropriate with PVC catheters. Unlike the Bard Bardia red rubber catheter (which requires water-based lubricant and is damaged by petroleum products), PVC catheters are not chemically incompatible with petrolatum-based products, but petroleum-based lubricants are still not recommended for urethral use regardless of catheter material.

What is the color code for this line, and why does Green appear twice?

The color codes are: Green (6Fr), Blue (8Fr), Black (10Fr), White (12Fr), Green (14Fr), Orange (16Fr), Red (18Fr). Green is shared by both 6Fr (SKU 806) and 14Fr (SKU 814) — this is a manufacturing assignment, not a sizing error. When ordering, always confirm by SKU number, not by color alone. A green funnel box with SKU 806 is 6Fr; a green funnel box with SKU 814 is 14Fr. These are not interchangeable. This is one of the few product lines where the same color appears at two different French sizes, so SKU verification at time of order and at time of use is particularly important.

Is a coudé tip catheter always needed for BPH, or can a straight tip work for some patients?

Many patients with mild to moderate BPH can catheterize successfully with a straight-tip catheter when insertion technique is correct — the natural gentle pressure applied at the correct angle can often pass through mild prostatic narrowing. A coudé tip becomes specifically indicated when straight-tip catheterization consistently meets resistance that cannot be overcome, causes patient discomfort or trauma, or fails to advance to the bladder. The prescribing urologist determines whether the obstruction pattern and degree require a coudé tip based on anatomy assessment. If you are currently catheterizing with a straight-tip catheter and experiencing difficulty, do not switch to a coudé tip independently — consult your urologist for an evaluation first.

Questions about latex-free coudé options, guide stripe technique, or French size selection? Call our product specialists: 1-866-218-0902