TacMed™ Vascular Access Kit

Name: TacMed™ Vascular Access Kit
Brand: Tactical Medical Solutions
SKU: MEDTAC0388
Price: 12.5 USD
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SKU: MEDTAC0388

Type: IV/IO Device

Vendor: Tactical Medical Solutions

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Tactical Medical Solutions · IV / Vascular Access

TacMed Vascular Access Kit

A complete 2 oz peripheral IV access and administration kit — everything but the fluid.

What is the TacMed Vascular Access Kit? An IV access and administration kit (SKU MEDTAC0388) by Tactical Medical Solutions providing the items required to gain peripheral vascular access and administer IV fluids — except the fluid itself. At 2 oz, it includes two IV catheters, an IV administration set, Tegaderm, a Linebacker securing device, and the ancillary supplies for a complete IV start in the field.

Provider scope — vascular access

Peripheral IV cannulation and fluid administration are provider-scope skills performed under appropriate training, protocol, and medical direction. This page describes the kit and its contents; it is not a substitute for accredited clinical training and is not a procedural how-to.

Key Specifications

Manufacturer	Tactical Medical Solutions (TacMed)
SKU	MEDTAC0388
Weight	2 oz
Catheter Gauge	18G × 1.25 in (×2)
IV Set Drip Rate	15 drip / mL administration set
Fluid Included	No — kit provides access and administration; fluid sourced separately

Kit Contents

1 × Non-adhesive secondary IV securement (latex-free)
2 × Alcohol pads
2 × IV catheter 18G × 1.25 in
1 × Hypodermic needle
1 × IV administration set (15 drip/mL)
1 × Transparent film dressing (Tegaderm)
1 × Disposable tourniquet (latex-free)
1 × Linebacker IV securing device
1 × Smartsite adapter (saline lock)
2 × Gauze 2×2

What It Is

The TacMed™ Vascular Access Kit goes a step beyond the Saline Lock Kit by including an IV administration set — allowing a provider to place a secured saline lock and connect IV fluids without sourcing an IV set separately. At just 2 oz, it is one of the lightest complete IV access and administration kits available for field use.

The 15 drip/mL administration set supports fluid resuscitation (normal saline, lactated Ringer's, or Hextend) once a catheter is placed and a fluid bag is available. The Linebacker IV securing device and Tegaderm dressing provide dual-mechanism catheter retention, and the two-catheter supply ensures a backup is immediately available if the first attempt fails or a catheter is contaminated. Fluid selection, dosing, and administration follow the provider's training, protocol, and medical direction.

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All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between the TacMed Vascular Access Kit and the Saline Lock Kit?

The key difference is that the TacMed™ Vascular Access Kit (MEDTAC0388) includes an IV administration set (15 drip/mL), enabling the provider to connect IV fluid bags directly after catheter placement for active fluid resuscitation. The TacMed Saline Lock Kit (MEDTAC0390) provides the saline lock components but does not include an IV admin set — it is designed for access maintenance without continuous infusion. The Vascular Access Kit is the right choice when immediate IV fluid administration is anticipated.

Does the TacMed Vascular Access Kit include IV fluids?

No. The TacMed™ Vascular Access Kit provides all components for catheter placement and IV administration except the IV fluid bag itself. The fluid (e.g., 0.9% NaCl, Lactated Ringer's, or Hextend) must be sourced separately from your medical kit or supply stock. This design keeps the kit compact and avoids including the heaviest component (a fluid bag) in a kit that is often carried as part of a standard load.

What catheter gauge and length does the kit include?

The TacMed Vascular Access Kit includes two 18-gauge × 1.25-inch IV catheters. The 18G is the standard gauge for adult peripheral IV access, providing adequate flow rate for fluid resuscitation and medication administration. Two catheters are included to allow a second cannulation attempt without returning to the supply source.

What securing methods are included to hold the IV in place?

The TacMed Vascular Access Kit includes a Tegaderm transparent film dressing and a Linebacker IV securing device for dual-mechanism catheter retention. The Tegaderm seals the insertion site while the Linebacker mechanically anchors the catheter hub. Together they provide reliable IV site securement during patient movement and transport — conditions where single-method tape securing commonly fails.

Is the TacMed Vascular Access Kit appropriate for TCCC protocols?

Yes. The TacMed Vascular Access Kit provides the components for peripheral IV access recommended under TCCC Tactical Field Care (TFC) phase guidelines for fluid resuscitation in non-hypotensive hemorrhagic shock patients. TacMed Solutions is a DoD-trusted supplier. For severely hypotensive patients or when peripheral access cannot be established, intraosseous access (SAM IO Driver system) is the recommended alternative per TCCC guidelines.