There are a wide range of intermittent catheters and therefore each patient needs to be assessed individually by an appropriate practitioner skilled in intermittent self-catheterisation so that the correct catheter is prescribed to meet their needs. The practitioner that assesses the patient will be able to guide the prescriber as to what needs to be prescribed and the quantity that needs to be prescribed on a monthly basis.

Please note: The prescription for intermittent catheters may need to be changed, either in quantity due to patient’s needs, or as the patient becomes more skilled at intermittent self-catheterisation the type of catheter requested may alter.

Please remember to change the repeat prescription, and delete the old repeat prescription, otherwise there can be a huge cost implication if the wrong catheter is prescribed for your patient. If you have any concerns please contact the Bladder and Bowel Service for advice.