The Bardex® I.C. Anti-Infective Foley Catheter contains Bacti-Guard Silver Alloy and Hydrogel coatings which are permanently bonded to the surface of the catheter, providing anti-infective properties. The silver ions penetrate the pathogens on or near the surface of the catheter and minimize adherence of the microorganisms, including gram-negative bacteria, gram- positive bacteria and yeasts