AMSORB® Plus CO2 Absorbent

What is AMSORB® Plus?

AMSORB® Plus is a CO₂ absorbent developed for anaesthesia care. It is an absorbent that is free of strong alkali agents.
It is necessary during low flow anaesthesia to absorb and neutralise endogenous CO₂ produced during respiration.

It works by reacting calcium hydroxide with CO₂ and water to form calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) and water.

Ca(OH)2+CO2⟶CaCO3+H2O

The product provides an irreversible colour-change indicator from white to violet when exhausted to help monitor its usage status safely and efficiently.

Ca(OH)2+CO2⟶ CaCO3+H2O

Why choose AMSORB® Plus?

Safer

Unlike other absorbents such as soda limes, AMSORB® Plus is incapable of anaesthetic degradation in any state of use and does not produce harmful by-products such as formaldehyde, carbon monoxide and compound A.

Easier to Use

AMSORB® Plus retains its desiccated colour change to provides an accurate indication of its hydrated state, improving confidence in clinical and purchasing decisions.

Available in a variety of prefill cartridges compatible with most common anaesthesia machine brands.

Cost-effective

Low-flow anaesthesia delivery reduces the consumption of anaesthetic agents and lowers your overall cost of ownership.

As AMSORB® Plus breaks down into harmless organic compounds, so it’s easier on patients and staff and simpler to dispose of as not considered hazardous waste.