Implement a 30-minute, in-office procedure for painful DPN of the feet
DPN: diabetic peripheral neuropathy.
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Painful DPN Application Training Video
Provides instruction and Important Safety Information for QUTENZA.
Administration of QUTENZA1
1.
IDENTIFY treatment area
Must be done by a physician or healthcare professional.
2.
ANESTHETIZE with topical anesthetic
3.
APPLY QUTENZA
NOTE: Use nitrile (not latex) gloves only. Administer in a well-ventilated treatment area. Face mask and protective glasses are advisable.
4.
MONITOR patient during 30-minute treatment
Monitor blood pressure; administer cooling pack or appropriate analgesic medication for pain, if needed.
5.
REMOVE QUTENZA
6.
CLEANSE treatment area with provided Cleansing Gel
On average, 2.7 topical systems per administration were used during clinical trials.2
Up to 4 topical systems may be used during an administration.
Download the QUTENZA Administration Guide for painful DPN of the feet
View this complete step-by-step guide on how to administer QUTENZA for painful DPN of the feet.
Administration Resources
Procedural Notes
Download and document appropriate patient information and history, coding, and additional notes during QUTENZA application.
Painful DPN Administration Guide
View this complete step-by-step guide on how to administer QUTENZA for painful DPN of the feet.