B-Softs advantage is that it has a surface layer that can bind and retain a large quantity of water. By soaking the catheter in water before using it, water is collected on its surface. This allows the catheter to slide smoothly and easily into the urethra without causing irritation. Use of the B-Soft will provide emptying of bladder as natural, simple and gentle as possible. It also has an insertion guide (protective sheath) which provides a firm grip without touching the catheter assuring asseptic technique during insertion. B-Soft Hydrophilic Coated Nelaton Catheter is available in different sizes for men, women and children.