The PureWick™ System is an innovative option to managing urinary incontinence. It includes the PureWick™ Female External Catheter and the PureWick™ Urine Collection System. The system works outside the body to draw urine away, helping keep skin dry.

The PureWick™ Female External Catheter is non-invasive and draws urine away from the body through soft material. The PureWick™ Urine Collection System pulls the urine through the collector tubing into the collection canister.

The PureWick™ Urine Collection System 2000cc (mL) canister should be emptied before volume reaches 1800cc (mL), or as needed.

Absolutely! The PureWick™ System is easy to set up from start to finish,¹ and the PureWick™ Female External Catheter can be placed in a few steps². To learn how to use the PureWick™ System, please visit our How to Use PureWick™ page.

The PureWick™ Urine Collection Starter Set includes everything you need to get started. You can select a system with a rechargeable battery or not.

The PureWick™ Female External Catheter is used in hospitals today. The PureWick™ Urine Collection System pump is for home use only.

Users and caregivers agree that the PureWick™ System is quiet enough to not disturb the user’s sleep.

The built-in battery protection is a convenient option that keeps the system running for up to 8 hours in the event of a power outage or if an outlet is not nearby.

Yes, the built-in battery recharges any time the device is plugged into an outlet and can be used during this time.

The built-in battery recharges any time the device is plugged into an outlet. To fully charge the battery, the system must be plugged in for 12 hours.

The PureWick™ Urine Collection System is 9″ x 6.5″ x 11″ (inches) and able to fit on most nightstands and tables.

The PureWick™ Urine Collection System should be kept on a flat surface. The PureWick™ Urine Collection System is 9” x 6.5” x 11” (inches) and able to fit on most nightstands and tables. It should be kept in close proximity to you while sleeping.

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No. The wick should be replaced every 8 to 12 hours or immediately if it’s soiled with feces or blood. Skin should be assessed to see if it’s been compromised, and perineal care should be performed prior to placement of a new wick.

PureWick™ Female External Catheters are used one at a time and should be replaced every 8 to 12 hours (or immediately if soiled with feces or blood). The amount you need to order will depend on individual usage. For example, if you plan to use the PureWick™ System only at night while sleeping, you will likely use one PureWick™ External Female Catheter per day.

The PureWick™ Female External Catheter is not made with natural rubber latex.

The PureWick ™ Urine Collection System has a 12-foot electrical cord.

The power cord can be used with the PureWick™ Urine Collection System without Battery and the PureWick™ Urine Collection System with Battery.

Yes. Click on the links below to see how to set up and use your PureWick™ System.

Setting up your PureWick™ Urine Collection System (include practice puzzle)

Operating and placing the PureWick™ Female External Catheter (include flash cards)

It is recommended to replace the collection canister and tubing at least every 60 days (about 2 months).

The collection canister, canister lid, collector tubing, and pump tubing should be cleaned and disinfected after each use.

The PureWick™ System is designed to be used by women exclusively.