mibeTec Bite Away Instructions For Use

Instructions for use
Simple | quick | well-tolerated
A medical device for symptomatic treatment of insect stings and bites
Intended use
bite away is a patented medical device for the symptomatic treatment of itching, pain and
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swelling caused by insect stings and bites, for example by mosquitoes, wasps, bees, hornets
or horseflies. If the device is applied immediately after the sting/bite, the symptoms can nor-
mally be prevented altogether. Even if the device is used slightly later, the symptoms can fade
away sooner.
How it works
bite away works solely by concentrated heat and is thus completely free from chemicals.
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Hence, bite away is also suitable for pregnant women, allergy sufferers and children.
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The application of concentrated heat (local hyperthermia) is a physical mode of action based
on a brief, concentrated application of heat to a small, limited area of skin. This localised pulse
of heat may be sufficient to trigger a response from the body that reduces itching and pain
and subsequently causes any swelling to go down.
If the device is applied immediately after the sting/bite, the symptoms can normally be pre-
vented altogether, so the affected site on the body should be treated as quickly as possible.
Even if the device is used slightly later, the symptoms can fade away sooner.
Administration
bite away is very simple to use:
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– Place the ceramic contact plate of the device onto the sting or bite (remove the stinger first
if necessary) and gently press it against the skin.
– Then select one of the two treatment times by pressing the corresponding button:
3 seconds (left-hand button) for the initial treatment and for people with sensitive skin
5 seconds (right-hand button) for a regular application.
The ceramic contact plate will heat up to a temperature of around 51°C. Once this tempe-
rature is reached a LED will light up. The LED will go off once the device automatically shuts
down after the end of the chosen treatment time. At the start of the heating-up phase and
at the end of the treatment, you will hear an additional acoustic signal.
If necessary, multiple treatment of the same insect sting or bite is possible. Please leave a
treatment interval of at least 2 minutes between each application. Do not exceed a maximum
number of 5 applications per hour on the same insect sting or bite.
Directions for use
bite away is indicated only for self-administration by adults and children aged 12 years and
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older. In children under 12 years of age, it should be used only with the assistance of an adult.
Cleaning information:
The ceramic contact plate of the device can be easily cleaned with a standard alcohol disin-
fectant wipe; all other external surfaces, for example, with a clean cloth.
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Battery replacement:
PRESS
1
OPEN
2
INSERT BATTERIES (AA LR6 1.5V)
3
To change the batteries, the battery cap must be removed and refitted after inserting the
batteries (see illustration).
When the battery needs changing, the LED will flash 3 times and the acoustic signal will
sound 3 times.
Do not use rechargeable batteries.
Warnings
bite away must not be used in or on
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– eyes or eyelids
– mucous membranes
– open wounds, damaged skin
– scalded or burnt skin
– frostbite
– small-fibre neuropathy, allodynia, hyperalgesia
– tumours and malignant changes of the skin
– people with reduced sensitivity due to physical or medical complaints
– sensitive skin areas or skin areas with poor blood supply.
In the event of severe hypersensitivity reactions after an insect bite or sting (anaphylactic
reaction), bite away is not a replacement for emergency treatment. You should immediately
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call a doctor at the first signs of any such reaction (e.g. increased itching, reddening, swelling
or formation of a welt; dizziness, nausea, difficulties breathing, hypotension or hypertension).
Medical advice should be sought in the following cases:
– persistent symptoms while using bite away
– worsening symptoms while using bite away
stop using the device.
– tick bites, as bites of these arachnids can cause the transmission of pathogens such as Lyme
disease or tick-borne encephalitis (TBE).
Furthermore, the device must not be used:
– immediately after application of ointments, creams, lotions etc. on the affected site
– on moist skin.
Depending on sensitivity, the treatment temperature may cause some discomfort.
In sensitive individuals, a temporary reddening of the skin may occur after use. In rare cases,
users with sensitive skin types may experience skin irritation.
The device indicates failure by flashing the LED 5 times and sounding the acoustic signal
5 times. This may occur if used incorrectly, e.g. if the user triggers and operates the device
in the air instead of on the skin. If this error message occurs repeatedly despite proper use,
please contact the manufacturer or distributor.
Do not use the device if damaged or in case of obvious malfunction. Do not use damaged
batteries.
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. Until these have been clarified, you should
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