On-Q® PainBuster® Post-Op Pain Relief System

On-Q is a disposable, single use pump. It is not to be refilled.

The surgeon places an anti-microbial catheter (On-Q Soaker Catheter™) within the surgical site. The catheter infuses local anesthetic (0.2% Ropivacaine) at 2-4 mL/hr.

LLUMC Information

• 10 Minutes Inservice
• Overview: Uses, medication, nursing
• Clinical Skills - Elsevier (Mosby's)
  • Local Anesthetic Infusion (elastomeric) Pumps for Surgical Sites
  • Locally Administered Anesthetic Infusions (Pediatrics)
  • Peripheral Nerve Block

Technical Support 24/7 1.800.444.2728

Online Resources

• Floor Nurse Guide
• Patient Information:
  • Guidelines

For more information, go to On-Q Website