Sterile Surgical Glove.
Latex-free, Powder-free, Excellent barrier protection.
A new standard of comfort and sensitivity in synthetic gloves.


Allergy free ---- Irritant free

"Gloves made of synthetic materials are getting more attention with the increasing prevalence of allergies to natural rubber latex among patients and medical staff." 1

"Both patients and healthcare workers can be at risk from allergic reactions to the latex proteins in these gloves" 1

"The reported incidence of natural rubber latex allergies has dramatically increased since the late 1980's ….. Most studies indicate that anywhere between 5 - 15% of healthcare workers are sensitised or allergic to latex" 1

"Reactions to latex gloves can pose serious problems for both patients and healthcare staff, ranging from the more common contact dermatitis - caused by chemical substances such as accelerators and antioxidants used in the manufacture of latex - to rare but potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis." 1

Type I
Allergic reaction
Anaphylactic type
Immediate sensitivity
Symptoms
Wheals, flares, red skin, wheezing, coughing
Role of gloves
Latex proteins - direct contact or inhalation of
Type IV
Allergic reaction
Cell mediated type
Delayed sensitivity
Symptoms
Delayed onset of Rash, red skin, itching
Role of gloves
Caused by residual accelerator chemicals
  • Contains no latex proteins
  • Contains none of the accelerator chemicals found in latex gloves as well as many other non-latex materials
    o Thiurams
    o MBT's (Mercapto benzothiazoles)
    o Carbamates
  • Are not chlorinated, thus eliminating the risks associated with residual chlorides in other gloves
  • Powder-free to avoid potential irritants


Ref: 1) Health Devices 29 (2-3) Feb-Mar 2000 35-66