CIDEX OPA Solution

CIDEX OPA Solution is a glutaraldehyde-free, high-level disinfecting solution containing ortho-phthalaldehyde. It is used for reprocessing reusable heat-sensitive semi-critical medical devices, such as endoscopic, respiratory therapy and anaesthesia equipment. The solution is ready to use and requires no mixing, and it can be used for manual reprocessing or in an automated endoscope reprocessor.

This product is not a sterilant, so adequate ventilation and appropriate personal protective equipment should be used. CIDEX OPA Solution Test Strips are a related product that measure the minimum effective concentration for reuse of the solution. High-level disinfection takes 12 minutes at 20 °C for manual reprocessing, and 5 minutes at 25 °C in an automated endoscope reprocessor as part of a validated reprocessing procedure. Further guidance is in the instructions for use.