Enemeez Plus Mini Enema contains a delivered dose of 283mg of docusate sodium and an additional 20mg of benzocaine in a polyethylene glycol base and is dispensed using a soft latex-free tube. The tube has a twist off tip that leaves a smooth surface at the point of insertion. Enemeez is effective for bowel care needs associated with spinal cord injury and disease, multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, spina bifida, long-term care, stroke and constipation.
Enemeez Plus Mini Enema Highlights:
- Assists with incontinence
- Easy to use
- Non-irritating formula
- No afterburn
- No mucosal discharge
Enemeez Plus Mini Enema Benefits
- Gives fast, predictable results typically in 2-15 minutes
- Developed for patients who experience pain or autonomic dysreflexia during their bowel movements
- Reduce nursing intervention required for in-patient bowel care
- Result in labor cost savings to the facility
- Assist in the improvement of patient care and FIM scores associated with bowel care
- Assist in reducing time spent with patient for dressing/redressing due to episodes of incontinence or fecal discharge
- Virtually eliminate episodes of incontinence
- Assist in reducing complications of wound contamination associated with perianal pressure ulcers
- Helps to maintain healthy skin integrity
- Benzocaine assists in the anesthetization of the rectum and lower bowel
- Easy rectal usage for patients with reflex issues or nausea
- Can assist in reducing time missed in therapy/rehabilitation due to episodes of incontinence, prolonged bowel care, or fatigue
- Can assist with facility savings on pads, laundry, gowns, sheets, etc. due to incontinence or fecal discharge
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Indication for use:
- Twist off and remove tip
- Place water or a few drops of the product on the shaft of the tube to lubricate prior to insertion
- Lubricants be applied to the anus before inserting the enema
- With steady pressure, gently insert the enema into the rectum with care to prevent damage to the rectal wall. Squeeze to empty the contents
- Keep the tube squeezed until it is removed from the rectum
- After the contents have been emptied, remove the disposable tube and discard
Active Ingredient (in each tube)
- Docusate sodium 283mg stool softener
- Benzocaine 20mg topical anesthetic
Inactive ingredients
- Glycerine
- Polyethylene glycol
Positioning:
- For best results, lay on left side with knees bent
- Second Position: Kneel, then lower head and chest forward until side of face is resting on the surface
Caution:
- Discontinue use if resistance is encountered. Forcing the enema may result in injury or damage to the rectum. If product is not administered properly and occasional rectal examinations are not performed, serious complications can arise
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older (with adult supervision), one to three units daily.
- Children under 12 years of age, consult a physician prior to use
Precautions:
- Individuals with sensitivity to Benzocaine should not use this product
- If rectal irritation or a rash around the anus appears, the enemas should be discontinued
- Prolonged administration together with mineral oil should be avoided
Warnings:
- Do not use laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present nor for a period longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
- If you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks, consult a doctor before using a laxative
- Rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative may indicate a serious condition
- Should not be used when open sores are present
- Discontinue use and consult your doctor