Description:
Latex free. Soft, flexible Comfortip. Used most in hospitals. Complete enema in a disposable squeeze bottle with soft, pre-lubricated Comfortip. Protective shield prevents contamination. Pre-lubricated Comfortip for ease of insertion. One-way safety valve controls flow and prevents reflux. Easy squeeze bottle. Each 59-ml delivered dose contains: sodium 2.2 g. This product generally produces a bowel movement in 1-5 minutes.
Active Ingredients (Each 59 ml Delivered Dose): Monobasic Sodium Phosphate (9.5 g), Dibasic Sodium Phosphate (3.5 g). Inactive Ingredients: Benzalkonium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Purified Water.
Do not use more unless directed by a doctor. See warnings. Children 5 to 11 years: One bottle or as directed by a doctor. Children 2 to under 5 years: One-half bottle. Children under 2 years: Do not use. One-Half Bottle Preparation: Unscrew cap and remove 2 tablespoons of liquid with a measuring spoon. Replace cap and follow directions below. How to use this enema - Remove orange protective shield from enema Comfortip before inserting. With steady pressure, gently insert enema tip into rectum with a slight side-to-side movement, with tip pointing toward navel. Insertion may be easier if person receiving enema bears down, as if having a bowel movement. This helps relax the muscles around the anus. Do not force the enema tip into rectum as this can cause injury. Squeeze bottle until nearly all liquid is gone. It is not necessary to empty the bottle completely, as it contains more liquid than needed. Remove Comfortip from rectum and maintain position until urge to evacuate is strong (Usually 2 to 5 minutes). Position for using this enema: Left-side position - Lie on left side with knee bent, and arms resting comfortably. Knee-chest position - Kneel, then lower head and chest forward until left side of face is resting on surface with left arm folded comfortably.
For relief of occasional constipation or bowel cleansing before rectal examinations.
For rectal use only. Dosage warning: Using more than one enema in 24 hours can be harmful. Ask a doctor before using this product if you are on a sodium restricted diet; have a kidney disease; are pregnant or nursing a baby. Ask a doctor before using any laxative if you abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting; a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks; already used a laxative for more than 1 week. Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding; no bowel movement after the enema is given. These symptoms may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Professional Use Warnings: Do not use on patients with congenital megacolon, bowel obstruction, imperforate anus, or congestive heart failure. Use with caution in patients with impaired renal function, pre-existing electrolyte disturbances or a colostomy, or in patients on diuretics or other medications that may affect electrolyte levels. Hypocalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, hypernatremia, or acidosis may occur. Carton sealed for safety. If seal with Fleet emblem on top or bottom flap is broken or missing, do not use.
