Baxter International Inc. announced a distribution agreement for the U.S. launch of the Arisure Closed System Transfer device, which consists of several components that work together to help prevent contaminants from entering the intravenous (IV) medication delivery system and the escape of hazardous substances out of the system during drug preparation and administration. The Arisure Closed System Transfer device is designed to be easy to use with an emphasis on safety. The device includes a closed vial adapter that helps provide closed access to liquid or powder vials for reconstitution; an intravenous dry spike that helps provide closed access to an IV bag for addition and removal of a drug or solution; and a closed male Luer valve that helps provide closed transfer of a diluent or drug from a standard male Luer tip in a syringe or administration set. The Arisure Closed Male Luer locks with a simple Luer lock motion on a syringe or administration set, helping reduce the exposure of healthcare professionals to sharp needles. In addition, the Arisure Closed Male Luer components are compatible with Baxter’s ONE-LINK Needle-free IV Connector and CLEARLINK Luer Activated Valve to help create a mechanically and microbiologically closed system.