ChemoBloc / ChemoPlus Vial Venting Pin & Luer-Lock Syringe Kit
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Cardinal Health ChemoPlus™ Vial Venting Pin and Luer-Lock Syringe Kit
The ChemoBloc / ChemoPlus Vial Venting and Syringe Kit includes one Cardinal Health DP5201V filtered vial-access pin and one needle-free Luer-lock syringe for clinician-directed medication preparation.
The vial-venting pin pierces a compatible medication-vial stopper and provides a secure Luer-lock connection for the syringe. Its built-in 0.22-micron hydrophobic filter helps control vial pressure and reduce aerosolized medication release during withdrawal or reconstitution.
For iontophoresis workflows, the kit may help a trained healthcare professional withdraw the prescribed volume of compatible medication or solution from a vial and transfer it into the reservoir of an IontoPATCH®, ACTIVApatch®, or another compatible drug-delivery system.
Professional-use notice: Medication selection, concentration, volume, polarity, dosing and patch compatibility must be determined by the prescriber and handled according to medication labeling, facility policy and the instructions supplied with every component.
Medication and iontophoresis patches are sold separately.
DP5201V is a sterile, single-use, needleless vial-venting product with a Luer-lock connection and a nonpyrogenic fluid path.
Product highlights
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One Cardinal Health DP5201V vial-venting pin
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One needle-free Luer-lock syringe
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Filtered vial access
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0.22-micron hydrophobic air filter
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Needleless syringe connection
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Secure Luer-lock interface
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Designed to help reduce aerosol release during vial access
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Sterile, nonpyrogenic fluid path in the vial-venting component
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Facilitates withdrawal and transfer of liquid medication
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Single-use components
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Vial-venting pin not made with natural rubber latex
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Useful for professional medication-preparation workflows
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May be used when filling compatible iontophoresis reservoirs
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Medication not included
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Iontophoresis patch not included
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Not intended for direct patient injection
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Not automatically equivalent to a closed-system drug-transfer device
Filtered, needleless vial access and rapid solution transfer.
Quick specifications
| Specification | Product detail |
|---|---|
| Product name | Vial venting pin and Luer-lock syringe kit |
| Vial-vent brand | Cardinal Health ChemoPlus™; formerly marketed as ChemoBloc™ |
| Vial-vent model | DP5201V |
| Filter | 0.22-micron hydrophobic filter |
| Vial connection | Piercing cannula/spike |
| Syringe connection | Luer lock |
| Needle required | No |
| Fluid path | The vial vent is sterile and nonpyrogenic |
| Natural rubber latex | The vial vent is not made with natural rubber latex |
| Reuse | Single use |
| Vial vents included | 1 |
| Syringes included | 1 |
| Syringe size | Verify before publishing |
| Medication included | No |
| Patch included | No |
| Primary original application | Reconstitution and withdrawal of chemotherapy and other hazardous drugs |
| Balego positioning | Professional medication transfer and iontophoresis patch preparation |
| Direct injection | No |
| CSTD classification | Not established by the sources reviewed |
Important iontophoresis fill-volume correction
| Iontophoresis product | Published reservoir volume | Balego link |
|---|---|---|
| IontoPATCH STAT | 1.0 mL | IontoPATCH products |
| IontoPATCH 80 | 1.3 mL | IontoPATCH products |
| IontoPATCH Extra Strength | 1.0 mL | IontoPATCH products |
| ACTIVApatch IontoGo 4.0 | 2.0 cc | ACTIVApatch products |
| ACTIVApatch IontoGo 12.0 | 2.0 cc | ACTIVApatch products |
| Companion 80 | 1.1 cc | Companion 80 |
What the filtered vial vent does
| Component feature | Function |
|---|---|
| Piercing cannula | Accesses the vial through its stopper |
| Hydrophobic filter | Allows pressure equalization while helping filter aerosolized droplets |
| Luer-lock port | Provides a threaded connection for a compatible syringe |
| Needleless design | Avoids the use of a conventional sharp needle for withdrawal |
| Sterile fluid path | Supports preparation when packaging and handling remain intact |
| Protective covers | Protect the spike and connection before use |
The filter and needleless design may reduce certain exposure risks, but they do not eliminate the need for proper technique, personal protective equipment, engineering controls, or facility procedures.
Is this a closed-system transfer device?
The DP5201V is a filtered vial-venting device designed to help reduce aerosolization during medication withdrawal. It should not be represented as a complete closed-system drug-transfer device unless the facility has documentation establishing that classification and intended use.
Product comparison
Vial venting kit vs. other medication-withdrawal options
| Feature | ChemoPlus/ChemoBloc vent + syringe | Standard needle and syringe | Blunt-fill needle | Needleless vial-access cannula | FDA-classified CSTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharp metal needle | No | Yes | Yes | No | Product-dependent |
| Filtered pressure vent | Yes, 0.22 micron | No | No | Usually not. | System-dependent |
| Luer-lock syringe connection | Yes | Common | Common | Common | Proprietary or Luer-based |
| Helps manage vial pressure | Yes | Manual air exchange | Manual air exchange | Device-dependent | Yes, by system design |
| Designed to help reduce aerosolization | Yes | No specific feature | No specific feature | Product-dependent | Yes |
| Prevents needlestick from fill needle | Yes | No | Reduced but not eliminated | Yes | Product-dependent |
| CSTD classification | Not established | No | No | No | Yes |
| Best fit | Filtered, needleless vial access | General medication withdrawal when permitted | Safer alternative to conventional sharp-fill needle | Routine needleless vial access | Hazardous-drug workflows requiring a verified CSTD |
| Relative complexity | Low | Low | Low | Low | Higher |
Iontophoresis medication-transfer workflow
The Balego Iontophoresis collection notes that medication selection, polarity, dose, and treatment instructions remain the responsibility of the prescribing clinician.
What is included?
| Included component | Quantity | Important note |
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| Cardinal Health DP5201V vial-venting pin | 1 | Single use |
| Needle-free Luer-lock syringe | 1 | Add exact capacity and product number |
| Medication | 0 | Obtained separately under appropriate order |
| Iontophoresis patch | 0 | Purchased separately |
| Alcohol prep | 0 | Not currently listed |
| Gloves or PPE | 0 | Selected according to medication and facility policy |
| Sharps or hazardous-waste container | 0 | Disposal depends on the preparation |
Safety and handling
| Safety issue | Recommended guidance |
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| Damaged packaging | Do not use |
| Previously opened component | Do not use |
| Reuse | Do not reuse |
| Syringe or vent contamination | Discard immediately |
| Touching the Luer or spike | Avoid contact with critical surfaces |
| Medication compatibility | Verify before use |
| Patch fill volume | Follow the exact patch instructions |
| Hazardous drugs | Follow USP <800>, NIOSH, and facility controls |
| CSTD requirement | Use a verified CSTD whenever required by policy or regulation |
| Direct injection | This Balego kit is positioned for transfer, not patient injection |
| Disposal | Follow medication-specific and facility waste requirements |
| Home use | Not appropriate for unsupervised medication preparation |
Frequently asked questions
What is the ChemoBloc vial venting system?
It is a filtered, needleless vial-access device currently marketed by Cardinal Health as the ChemoPlus vial venting system. The manufacturer number is DP5201V.
What does the kit include?
The listing includes one DP5201V vial-venting pin and one needle-free Luer-lock syringe.
Does the kit include medication?
No.
Does it include an iontophoresis patch?
No. Compare IontoPATCH and ACTIVApatch products separately.
Is the vial vent sterile?
Cardinal Health describes the DP5201V fluid path as sterile and nonpyrogenic. The bundle should not be described as one sterile kit unless both components remain individually packaged and the claim is supported.
Is it reusable?
No. DP5201V is a single-use product.
Is it latex-free?
Cardinal Health states that the vial-venting product is not made with natural rubber latex. Verify the syringe separately.
Is it a closed-system transfer device?
The sources reviewed identify it as a filtered vial-venting system, not as an FDA ONB-classified CSTD. Do not use the terms interchangeably.
Does the filter sterilize medication?
No. The hydrophobic vent filter is part of the air-pressure management system. It does not sterilize the medication or correct contamination caused by improper technique.
Does the system guarantee that medication cannot spill or aerosolize?
No. Cardinal Health says it is designed to help prevent aerosolization. Proper technique and facility controls remain necessary.
How much medication should be withdrawn?
Withdraw the exact amount prescribed by the clinician and specified in the patch instructions. Do not use 1.0 mL as a universal rule.
Can it be used with IontoPATCH 80?
Yes, when the medication, vial, syringe, and facility protocol are compatible.
Can it be used with IontoGo?
Yes. Specifications list a 2.0 cc reservoir for IontoGo 4.0 and IontoGo 12.0.
Can patients use this kit to prepare medication at home?
Prescription medication selection and transfer should follow prescriber, pharmacy, and facility directions.
Additional Recommended Resources
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Iontophoresis Patches, Electrodes and Dose Controllers
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Iontophoresis Electrode Directions
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Contact Balego
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