Tandem & Medtronic Insulin Pump Underpatch | Cannula Site Skin Barrier

Tandem & Medtronic Insulin Pump Cannula Site Underpatch

Create a physical skin barrier between your skin and the original adhesive on compatible tubed insulin pump infusion sets and cannula sites with this 2.25-inch Freedom Underpatch™. The underpatch is applied to the skin first, then the compatible infusion set adhesive is positioned over it.

Also commonly described as an underlay, underlay patch or adhesive barrier, this flexible patch is designed for compatible Tandem and Medtronic infusion sites while keeping the cannula and connector area properly aligned.

Compatible Tandem Insulin Pump Infusion Sets

• Tandem AutoSoft 90
• Tandem AutoSoft XC
• Tandem TruSteel
• Tandem VariSoft

Compatible Medtronic Insulin Pump Infusion Sets

• Medtronic MiniMed
• MiniMed Paradigm

The center opening is designed to leave room for the compatible infusion-set connection point while the surrounding underpatch provides a barrier beneath the original adhesive.

Insulin Pump Underpatch Options

Each compatible infusion-set style is available in White Polyester Microwoven or Tan Skinsoft Texture, with 10 Count and 20 Count pack options.

Underpatch Features

• 2.25-inch diameter
• Designed for compatible tubed insulin pump infusion-set and cannula sites
• Latex-free construction
• Zinc-free adhesive
• Hypoallergenic options
• Flexible, waterproof materials
• Custom 3-part EZ Peel backing
• White Polyester Microwoven and Tan Skinsoft Texture options
• 10 Count and 20 Count options for each compatible infusion-set style

How to Apply an Insulin Pump Cannula Underpatch

1. Clean and completely dry the application area.
2. Apply the Freedom Underpatch™ directly to the skin using the 3-part backing.
3. Position the compatible infusion set so the cannula and connector align with the center opening.
4. Apply the infusion-set adhesive over the underpatch according to the pump or infusion-set manufacturer's instructions.
5. Add a compatible insulin pump overpatch if additional edge reinforcement is desired.

Underpatch vs. Overpatch

An underpatch goes on the skin first, beneath the compatible infusion-set adhesive. An overpatch goes over the existing infusion-set adhesive to reinforce the outside edges. Some users choose to use both for a layered setup.

For best adhesion, apply to clean, completely dry skin and follow the insulin pump and infusion-set manufacturer's application and safety instructions.

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Compatibility refers to use with the listed infusion-set styles. Always follow the insulin pump and infusion-set manufacturer's application and safety instructions. Freedom Bands For Diabetics is not affiliated with or endorsed by Tandem Diabetes Care or Medtronic. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.