Revital-Ox™ RESERT™ High Level Disinfectant

Product Overview

Revital-Ox™ RESERT™ High Level Disinfectant (HLD) is a high level disinfectant when used or reused undiluted for a maximum of 21 days at a minimum temperature of 20°C (68°F) for a minimum immersion time of 8 minutes. This high level disinfection solution is a ready-to-use option for devices for which alternative methods of terminal processing, including aldehyde [glutaraldehyde and ortho-phthalaldehyde (OPA)] solutions, are not suitable or available.

How Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant Works

This hydrogen peroxide high level disinfectant is a ready-to-use liquid chemical germicide for use in both manual soaking and open architecture automated endoscope reprocessors. The product is a 2.0% nominal hydrogen peroxide solution with a minimum recommended concentration (MRC) of 1.5%. Revital-Ox RESERT HLD is intended to be used by health care practitioners in clinical settings as a ready-to-use liquid chemical disinfectant for the high level disinfection of semi-critical medical devices for which alternative methods of terminal processing are not suitable or available.

Why Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant?

• High level disinfectant for use in both manual soaking or open architecture automated endoscope reprocessors
• Quick 8-minute contact time at ≥ 20°C / 68°F
• Reusable for up to 21 days as long as the dedicated Revital-Ox R60 Solution Test Strip indicates that the MRC passes before each use
• Requires no extra ventilation under normal use conditions
• Formulated with biodegradable ingredients
• One rinse, saving time and water*
• No patient contraindications, contact dermatitis, or respiratory distress

Related products used in high level disinfection include:

Revital-Ox™ RESERT™ R60 Solution Test Strip: The Revital-Ox RESERT R60 Solution Test Strip is a high level disinfectant concentration monitor dedicated for use with Revital-Ox™ RESERT™ High Level Disinfectant. The purpose of the Revital-Ox™ RESERT™ R60 Solution Test Strip is to determine whether the concentration of hydrogen peroxide, the active ingredient in Revital-Ox™ RESERT™ High Level Disinfectant, is above the minimum recommended concentration (MRC) of 1.5%.

Cycle Log Forms for Revital-Ox RESERT HLD: The VERDOC^® RESERT HLD Solutions Processing Log Form documents: Patient ID, date/time, exposure time, temperature, items processed, and test results. The double-sided log form records 22 cycles.

*Keep the instrument or medical device immersed for a minimum of 1 minute in rinse duration unless longer is specified by the instrument manufacturer. 

Device Compatibility Matrix

Identify semi-critical medical devices and accessories that have been tested to confirm materials compatibility with Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant.

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FAQs

Where can I confirm if my medical device is compatible with Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant?
Identify semi-critical medical devices and accessories that have been tested to confirm materials compatibility with Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfection using the Device Compatibility Matrix.

What should I do if my medical device is not listed on the Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant Device Compatibility Matrix?
If a medical device is not listed on the Device Compatibility Matrix, reference the Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant Technical Data Monograph (p. 8) for additional material compatibility information. Then, consult the medical device manufacturer to obtain additional information about the medical device material(s) in question.

Does STERIS sell a soaking bin?
STERIS sells two soaking bin systems: The Revital-Ox Flexible Container System (2D94Q0) and Revital-Ox Rigid Container System (2D93Q0).

How long can I use Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant after opening?
After opening, the solution may be stored for use for up to 90 days (provided the 90 days do not extend past the expiration date on the container). When poured into a secondary container (i.e., basin), Revital-Ox RESERT HLD solution can be reused for up to 21 days or until its concentration falls below the minimum recommended concentration of 1.5% hydrogen peroxide. The MRC must be monitored before each use using the Revital-Ox™ Resert^® R60 Solution Test Strip.

What is the shelf life of Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant?
This product has an 18-month shelf life and needs no special venting during use or storage.

What is the difference between Aldehyde-based HLDs and Oxidative HLDs?

*Always follow the instrument manufacturer’s instructions for use. Rinsing instructions referenced are for Revital-Ox RESERT High Level Disinfectant

¹ Pineau, et al., Comparison of fixative properties of five disinfectant solutions. Journal of Hospital Infection (2008)

² Meyers, et al., Letter to the Editor Advantage of pH-neutral peracetic acid over peracetic acid in reduction of viable count of biofilm / Journal of Hospital Infection Available online December 2019

³ Burgess, W., Margolis, A., Gibbs, S., et al., (2017), Disinfectant susceptibility profiling glutaraldehyde-resistant nontuberculous. mycobacteria. Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology. p.1-8

⁴ Fisher, W., Fiorello, A., Shaffer., D., (2012) Aldehyde-resistant mycobacteria bacteria associated with use of endoscope reprocessing systems. American Journal of Infection Control. p 1-3.

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