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#302599 5-Dec-2022 11:50

Looking for recommendations for medical tape adhesive remover. I tried a packet of wipes from the chemist but they didn't seem to work that well, I wondered if some brands are better than others. Maybe there's a liquid and I can use it with cotton wool or something.

I need to remove my tape, clean up the residue and then reapply tape, so it has to not irritate skin or leave any residue etc.

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#3005905 5-Dec-2022 11:51

Surgical meths, as long as there aren't open wounds.

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#3005906 5-Dec-2022 11:55

Eucalyptus oil to remove the sticky then a soapy wipe to remove the oil residue. Works well for chewing gum too.

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#3005922 5-Dec-2022 12:41

De-Solv-It sticky spot and stain remover. Works wonders on all things sticky, but it is pretty expensive. Various oils work well too, as another poster suggests.

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#3005971 5-Dec-2022 12:53

Oil is probably out for me as the purpose of the tape is to help keep a medical device stuck down, the device is stuck to my arm but to ensure it stays put I put additional tape over it. I don't want any possibility of getting oil or soap onto the medical device sticky pad as that may loosen it.

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#3006003 5-Dec-2022 14:14

You used to be able to get bottles of Uni-Solve Adhesive Remover, which worked extremely well, but I wasa going to give a purchase link but can only currently see it for sale as wipes, which is a format I haven't tried so can't unequivocally recommend.

I have previously been told to spray Flixonase on your skin before you tape if you have adhesive allergies and that it also helps with rashes from adhesive, so I thought I'd mention it in case you were having those issues.

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#3006032 5-Dec-2022 15:39

I've found "Remove" Adhesive remover to be quite good. Some chemists sell them individually or in boxes of 5 or 50.

Remove Adhesive Remover Wipes – Discount Chemist

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#3006034 5-Dec-2022 15:47

djtOtago:

I've found "Remove" Adhesive remover to be quite good. Some chemists sell them individually or in boxes of 5 or 50.

Remove Adhesive Remover Wipes – Discount Chemist

That'll be the stuff - Smith & Nephew are the ones who make Uni-Solve Adhesive Remover, so Remove must be their Australasian branding.

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#3006040 5-Dec-2022 16:12

duckDecoy:

Oil is probably out for me as the purpose of the tape is to help keep a medical device stuck down, the device is stuck to my arm but to ensure it stays put I put additional tape over it. I don't want any possibility of getting oil or soap onto the medical device sticky pad as that may loosen it.

I use a Dexcom G6 (CGM) on my upper arm.
Before sticking the sensor in place I prep my arm with skin prep
Have never needed to use an over-patch to keep in place. Then at the end of the wearable period I pull the sensor off in the shower and wash with body wash. On the odd occasion there is a little bit of adhesive left behind that I remove with baby oil.

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#3006044 5-Dec-2022 16:18

This is what hospitals use

https://www.capesmedical.co.nz/medical-products/woundcare/adhesive-remover/reynard-adhesive-remover-wipes-8p5cm-4p5cm/reynard-adhesive-remover-wipes-8p5cm-4p5cm?gclid=CjwKCAiAp7GcBhA0EiwA9U0mtgXCZhBy39TiOkNJmJbTbshiCBTBBRXXD3QIsuQ8x2oK6cBPheimXRoCj3IQAvD_BwE

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#3006078 5-Dec-2022 18:21

farcus:

duckDecoy:

Oil is probably out for me as the purpose of the tape is to help keep a medical device stuck down, the device is stuck to my arm but to ensure it stays put I put additional tape over it. I don't want any possibility of getting oil or soap onto the medical device sticky pad as that may loosen it.

I use a Dexcom G6 (CGM) on my upper arm.
Before sticking the sensor in place I prep my arm with skin prep
Have never needed to use an over-patch to keep in place. Then at the end of the wearable period I pull the sensor off in the shower and wash with body wash. On the odd occasion there is a little bit of adhesive left behind that I remove with baby oil.

Im using a Freestyle Libre CGM. This is very interesting information for me as I am new to it (only on my 5th). I have used Skin-Glu twice, and both times the CGM was unstuck and dangling within a few hours. The first I lost, the 2nd time it happened I put a patch over and managed to rescue it. Ive stopped using Skin-Glu and preemptively applied patches for the remainder I have had because at $100 a pop I cannot afford to drop them.

Have you had luck NOT using a tack prep and just relied on the product's stickyness? Or do you recommend always using it. I might switch to your product rather than Skin-Glu

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#3006080 5-Dec-2022 18:24

Coconut oil

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#3006100 5-Dec-2022 20:48

duckDecoy:

Im using a Freestyle Libre CGM. This is very interesting information for me as I am new to it (only on my 5th). I have used Skin-Glu twice, and both times the CGM was unstuck and dangling within a few hours. The first I lost, the 2nd time it happened I put a patch over and managed to rescue it. Ive stopped using Skin-Glu and preemptively applied patches for the remainder I have had because at $100 a pop I cannot afford to drop them.

Have you had luck NOT using a tack prep and just relied on the product's stickyness? Or do you recommend always using it. I might switch to your product rather than Skin-Glu

used to use the libre with a miaomiao attached to the top of it and never lost one.
perpetration is key. Apply directly after showering (and make sure to shave the area of application before applying).
I don't use anything special to keep the G6 attached (other than skin prep) - but when using the Libre / Miaomiao I used to use Kinesiology Tape over the top.
if Abbot ever get around to releasing Libre 3 in NZ I don't think you would ever need this though as it has a much smaller profile..
Dexcom G7 is available in NZ now and has a similar small profile to the Libre 3.

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#3006114 5-Dec-2022 21:51

farcus:

I don't use anything special to keep the G6 attached (other than skin prep) - but when using the Libre / Miaomiao I used to use Kinesiology Tape over the top.

Would that last the 14 days, or would you replace the K-Tape? And if so, did you put a barrier over the Miaomiao to prevent the K-Tape sticking to it?

I have been looking at various products similar to the Miaomiao, was there a reason you liked this in particular? I have not gone for any of them yet until I get a handle on attaching the Libre properly, as Abbot wont warranty it falling off if anything else was attached.

Lots of questions sorry, its basically been the only update to my various diabetic bits and pieces that's been a life changer so I'm keen to get it dialed in.

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#3006216 6-Dec-2022 12:06

No idea if it’s still made or indeed sold in NZ but there was a product called Zoff that was specifically for this when I was a child. It’s specifically for the removal of medical tape adhesive.

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#3006350 6-Dec-2022 14:58

duckDecoy:

Im using a Freestyle Libre CGM. This is very interesting information for me as I am new to it (only on my 5th). I have used Skin-Glu twice, and both times the CGM was unstuck and dangling within a few hours. The first I lost, the 2nd time it happened I put a patch over and managed to rescue it. Ive stopped using Skin-Glu and preemptively applied patches for the remainder I have had because at $100 a pop I cannot afford to drop them.

Have you had luck NOT using a tack prep and just relied on the product's stickyness? Or do you recommend always using it. I might switch to your product rather than Skin-Glu

I used the freestyle libre for a few years. I found they can be hit and miss, some stuck no problem others did exactly what you describe here and some separated above the medical tape.

Id suggest you contact mediray and describe your issues, they will send out replacements in some cases.

A few pointers from my experience.

If your arms are narrow like mine try the sensor on your flank near your kidneys. Doing this can cause some inaccuracy, however with the appropriate app you can calibrate.... I used an app called glimp on android.
Smith and Nephew make a product called skin prep which is just like skin glu. Perhaps try this.

Other things that i found helpful.

Dont put a sensor on for at least 1 hour after a shower.
Ensuring the site is hair free can assist with sticking.

Cleaning the site with alcohol prep and letting it dry is very important, if you feel the need to use an extra adhesive then play around with how long it takes to dry and get tacky.

If you are a naturally sweaty person or workout regularly then the only real answer is to use overpatches.

As for getting the sensor off, use the Smith and Nephew remove. Can be found locally or get on Amazon.

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