Single Saline Enema

Single Saline Enema
$10.69
$10.69
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Size: 130 mL
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Item #301320000191
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Fleet® Enema Original. For relief of constipation acts within minutes. As a routine enema for cleansing the bowel before rectal examination, pre- and postoperatively, to relieve fecal or barium impaction, collecting stool specimens, during pregnancy, before and after delivery. Protective shield prevents contamination. Pre-lubricated comfortip for ease of insertion. Features one-way safety valve controls flow and prevents reflux.
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How to use
Dosage: Adults and children 12 years and older: 120 ml As a single dose. Children 2 to 12 years: 60 ml As a single dose. Children under 2 years: Consult a doctor. Directions for use: The preferred positions are: Lying in left side with knees flexed, or in the knee-chest position. Self-administration may be carried out with the individual lying on a towel, on the bathroom floor, or in the bathtub. Administering enema: Enema does not require warming; may be used at room temperature. Remove protective cap from pre-lubricated rectal tube before using. Insert tube gently, pointing it in the direction of the navel. Slowly squeeze bottle to empty contents into rectum. Withdraw the tube from rectum. Note: It is not necessary to empty unit completely. (An extra amount of solution is provided to allow for the quantity normally remaining in bottle after squeezing.) Body position should be maintained until a strong urge to have a bowel movement is felt; usually within 2 to 5 minutes. Contents of bowel should then be expelled. Store at room temperature, 15-30°C. Discard unit after use.
Warnings
"Contraindications: Do not use this product if you have: Appendicitis (or symptoms of). Heart disease. Rectal bleeding. Intestinal blockage. High blood pressure. Ulcerative colitis. Kidney disease. Ileitis. Not recommended for infants under six months of age. Do not use if you are experiencing abdominal pain, nausea, fever or vomiting, cardiac disease, severe dehydration or debility. Frequent or prolonged use of enemas may result in dependence for bowel function. Use only when needed or when prescribed by a doctor. Children and elderly persons are more sensitive to the effects of enemas and are more likely to show signs of weakness, increased sweating and convulsions. Caution: Do not administer to children under two years of age except on the advice of a doctor. In dehydrated or weakened individuals, volume of solution administered must be carefully determined, since the solution is hypertonic and may cause further dehydration. Care should be taken to ensure that contents of the bowel are expelled after administration. Repeated usage at short intervals should be avoided. Laxative products should not be used longer than one week unless directed by a doctor. For rectal use only. Tamper evident: Carton sealed for safety. If seal with Fleet® emblem on top or bottom flap is torn, damaged or missing, do not use."




