How To Use Brava Paste with Ostomy Appliances

Much like Coloplast's Brava Ostomy Strip Paste item# 26555 the new Brava Paste # 12050 also serves to fill in deep folds, scars and any uneven surfaces around the stoma.  It can also act as a caulking agent to protect the peristomal skin from ostomy leakage that can be so very caustic.

Before using the 12050 Brava ostomy paste ensure the skin around the stoma is clean and dry.
1. Apply the Coloplast paste directly from the tube onto the skin OR onto as a ring around the edge of the ostomy barrier (before application.....be sure to not apply to the entire barrier). 
2. If needed, level the paste by smoothing with a moistened finger.
3. After applying the ostomy barrier, gently press down on the barrier, around the stoma.
4. After use, remove any residual paste on the tube with a clean tissue. Recap the tube tightly to prevent contact with moisture.

Removal
The brava paste can be easily removed with lukewarm water and a wash cloth. Some paste residue can be left on the skin when applying the next appliance. It is better to leave a small amount of residue than risk irritating the skin trying to completely remove the residue.

Disposal
Dispose of any unused product iwth regular household trash. Product should not be flushed down the toilet.

Coloplast Paste Ingredients:
aliphatic hydrocarbon mixture, carbohydrate mixture, gelatin, titanium dioxide, silicon dioxide, preservatives.

Coloplast Brava Strip Paste - An Application Guide For Ostomates

Ostomy strip paste, in one form or another, is offered by many of the manufacturers.  Coloplast has introduced their Brava Ostomy Strip Paste recently and it has become quite popular.  

Coloplast's new Brava ostomy strip paste is flexible, moldable, and contains no alcohol which means that the paste will mold into body contours to protect the skin without stinging or irritation. The Brava paste is easily molded into deep skin folds and other areas in need of skin protection or subject to irritation. For easier application, simply moisten the fingers with water before modeling the paste. If a smaller amount than a strip is required, simply cut the necessary amount from the strip and put the rest away for later use. If a larger amount is required, two paste strips may be squeezed together with the fingers. Coloplast's new ostomy strip paste is intended for filling in cavities/folds in the skin or as an extra method of skin protection/sealing.

 

How to open the packaging: Open the packaging by pulling the flap at the end. Take out the paste strip. Remove the protective film (fig. A), and the paste is ready for use. It is recommended to keep a finger on the paste material when removing the film (fig. B) so the film can be quickly pulled off.

Application of the paste: Paste is used directly on the skin.  Apply the paste strip to the skin (1a). Smooth the paste with fingers so that the skin and paste make an even surface (1b).Then apply the ostomy appliance.

Paste used in connection with cavities/folds in the skin.  Place a piece of paste strip in the fold. Mold the paste into the fold. The paste must fill in the whole cavity so that the paste and the skin make an even surface (2b).

Paste applied directly on the adhesive.  Apply a piece of paste around the center hole of the adhesive. Smooth the paste with fingers against the adhesive surface so that the skin and paste make an even surface (3b). Apply the adhesive to the skin.

Paste on the surface of the flange.  Apply the flange to the skin. Apply a piece of paste strip around the stoma (4a). Smooth the paste around the stoma and on the flange so that the flange and the paste make an even surface. Apply the pouch.

Removal of the paste.  The paste may be removed from the skin at any time. Typically residues will not remain on the skin as the paste will come off the skin together with the adhesive. 

Coloplast Brava Ostomy Strip Paste is available from Parthenon at discounted prices, in fact, if you find a lower price than ours, just tell us and we will be happy to beat it by 5%!
 

How To Remove Ostomy Paste - Stomahesive Paste, Adapt Barrier Paste and More!

Below is the procedure to remove ConvaTec's Stomahesive Paste!

 

Stomahesive Paste is not a glue or adhesive, but a filler or caulking agent to smooth the area of skin around your stoma to create a flat surface for the ostomy appliance.  It does contain alcohol so it may sting if your skin if it contacts an open wound or skin ulcer.  Stomahesive Paste is one of the most popular ostomy accessories we sell and it works great so long as you know how to remove it!  

 
The removal process is simple and easy.  Just remove the ostomy skin barrier by supporting the skin with one hand and gently peel the skin barrier away from your skin.  Adhesive remover wipes such as AllKare Adhesive Remover Wipes or Smith & Nephew Uni-Solve Wipes are commonly used.  If you don't get all of the Stomahesive Paste removed, used warm water and a soft cloth get the excess.  It isn't necessary to remove all of the paste before a new application of an ostomy appliance. It is better just to leave it than to irritate the skin with scrubbing.

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How To Remove Ostomy Paste

Ostomy paste such as ConvaTec's Stomahesive® Paste and Hollister's Adapt Paste are easily removed with the skin barrier after it has been in place for 48 hours. To remove the skin barrier from your skin, support the skin with one hand and  gently peel the skin barrier away from your skin. Adhesive remover such as Unisolve or AllKare® Adhesive Remover Wipes may be used to facilitate skin barrier and/or adhesive residue removal. If not all Stomahesive® Paste is removed, use warm water and a soft cloth to remove the remaining paste. It is not necessary to remove all of the paste prior to a new application. The portion that is not easily removed should be left in place, rather than risking irritation to the skin by scrubbing to remove it.

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How To Remove Holliser's Adapt Paste From Skin

How to remove Adapt Paste?  The Adapt paste will come off when you remove your ostomy pouch. If you are changing your pouch after a very short time (less than a day) you may see paste residue that
should be gently lifted from the skin. If a small amount of paste residue is still adhered to your skin but it appears clean, you can apply your new pouch over it.  Note: Adapt Paste does contain alcohol which can cause stinging on the sensitive skin area.  An alternative are Adapt Ostomy Rings.
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How To Apply Stomahesive Paste To The Skin

Stomahesive Paste can also be applied to the skin around your stoma.  To do so simply prepare the skin as you would normally when putting on your ostomy appliance.  Apply enough paste on the skin to cover exposed skin between the skin barrier and the stoma.  To fill a crevice and create a level pouching surface, apply Stomahesive Paste on the uneven surface, scare or crevice.  Wet a finger and then you can manipulate the paste to better smooth it out.  The water will keep it from sticking to your fingers.  Then apply your ostomy skin barrier over the stoma and apply pressure over the barrier around the stoma.  Pressure will also cause Stomahesive paste to rise up around the stoma for an additional seal.

 

With our "lowest price guarantee", committment to quality service, and getting you the product you want without substituting for a cheaper one, the Parthenon Company is the nationwide leader in discounted ostomy supplies.  Parthenon sells the entire line of Hollister ostomy supplies, ConvaTec ostomy supplies, ConvaTec wound care, and skin care lines too! Not long ago we celebrated our 50th year anniversary of serving the ostomy community and we are proud that we have done it with honesty, integrity, and with the greatest attention to our customer's needs. Visit us online or call toll free 1-800-453-8898!

Stomahesive® Paste Useful Facts

Stomahesive Paste Facts That Can Benefit Every Ostomate

1. Alcohol is a component of the formula in Stomahesive paste and should be noted as it can cause stinging in raw/denuded skin.
2. Stomahesive paste is not an adhesive.  
3. The role Stomahesive paste plays is that of caulk.  It seals the border of the ostomy skin barrier to keep stomal output from contacting the skin.  
4. Using Stomahesive paste can help you get the best fit possible.
5. Stomahesive paste can be used on all types of ostomies.
6. Application is either directly to the skin or on the skin barrier / wafer.
7. Stomahesive paste is pectin based and protects skin as well as fills in uneven crevices to create a flat surface for the ostomy pouch.
8. The amount used to circle your stoma is about equal to the thickness of toothpaste that fits on your toothbrush.
9. Be sure to screw on the cap after using Stomahesive paste because it will harden and be useless if left exposed to air for extended periods of time.

How to Use Stomahesive Paste - An Ostomy Accessory Guide

ConvaTec's Stomahesive Paste sku# 183910 is probably one of the most common ostomy accessories.  We find that a few people have the wrong idea about ostomy paste in general referring to Stomahesive 183910, Adapt Paste 79300, Coloplast's paste, and Hollister's 7910 Karaya Paste.  Imagine it as caulk for your ostomy appliance which is applied as a bead around the barrier opening.  The ostomy paste is meant to keep stomal output from getting to peristomal skin and minimize irritation.  It is not so much an adhesive and can't be expected to demonstrate great adhering qualities even though it's tacky.  There are two ways to apply Stomahesive Paste, sku# 183910: apply directly to the ostomy skin barrier; apply directly to the skin.  Stomahesive Paste will fill in uneven areas around the stoma to prevent leaks.  It will complement the fit of your ostomy appliance and improve wear time. All ostomies meaning colostmies, ileostomies, and urostomies can benefit from its use.  Keep in mind that it does contain alcohol so it will sting a little on sensitive skin!

With our "lowest price guarantee", committment to quality service, and getting you the product you want without substituting for a cheaper one, the Parthenon Company is the nationwide leader in discounted ostomy supplies.  Parthenon sells the entire line of Hollister ostomy supplies, ConvaTec ostomy supplies, ConvaTec wound care, and skin care lines too! Not long ago we celebrated our 50th year anniversary of serving the ostomy community and we are proud that we have done it with honesty, integrity, and with the greatest attention to our customer's needs. Visit us online or call toll free 1-800-453-8898!