Fleet Ready To Use Enema

Fleet Ready To Use Enema

Adults, Elderly and Children over 12 years old : 1 bottle (118ml delivered dose) no more than once Do not administer to children under 3 years of age Method of administration

For rectal use only: Lie on left side with both knees bent, arms at rest.

Remove orange protective shield. With steady pressure, gently insert enema Comfortip into anus with nozzle pointing towards navel. Squeeze bottle until nearly all liquid is expelled. Discontinue use if resistance is encountered.

Forcing the enema can result in injury. Return enema to carton for disposal.

Generally, 2 to 5 minutes are sufficient to obtain the desired effect. If delayed discontinue further use and consult a physician For occasional constipation rectal enemas are to be used to provide short-term relief only.

Fleet Ready To Use Enema

We would advise that you see a doctor regarding your constipation if this continues long-term or you require use of laxatives on a regular basis, as there may be an underlying cause that needs to be investigated.

Fleet Ready To Use Enema

Use with caution in patients taking calcium channel blockers, diuretics, lithium treatment or other medications that might affect electrolyte levels as hyperphosphataemia, hypocalcaemia, hypokalaemia, hypernatraemic dehydration and acidosis may occur. Do not use Fleet Ready-to-use enema when nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain is present unless directed by a physician.

There have been fatalities when Fleet Ready-to-use Enema has been administered in excessive doses or retained, used in children or used in obstructed patients. Hyperphosphataemia, hypocalcaemia, hypernatraemia, hypernatraemic dehydration, acidosis and tetany may occur in overdose or retention. Recovery from the toxic effects can normally be achieved by rehydration.

In severe cases correction of electrolyte changes by providing calcium and magnesium salts (10% calcium gluconate) while promoting elimination of exogenous phosphorus and the use of dialysis should be considered Patients should be advised to expect liquid stools and should be encouraged to drink clear liquids to help prevent dehydration Use with caution in: elderly or debilitated patients and in patients with uncontrolled arterial hypertension, ascites, heart disease, rectal mucosal changes (ulcers, fissures), colostomy or pre-existing electrolyte imbalance as hypocalcaemia, hypokalaemia, hyperphosphataemia, hypernatraemia and acidosis may occur.

Where electrolyte disorders are suspected and in patients who may experience hyperphosphataemia, electrolyte levels should be monitored before and after administration of Fleet Ready-to-Use Enema. The product should be used with caution in patients with abnormal renal function. Where the clinical benefit is expected to outweigh the risk of hyperphosphataemia Repeated and prolonged use of Fleet Ready-to-Use Enema is not recommended as it may cause habituation. Unless directed by a physician, Fleet Ready-to-use enema should not be used for more than two weeks. Rectal bleeding or failure in bowel evacuation after using Fleet Ready-to-Use Enema (evacuation occurs within 5 minutes of administration) may indicate a serious condition.

No further administrations should be given and the condition of the patient should be assessed by a physician. Fleet Ready-to-Use Enema should be administered following the instructions for use and handling. Patients should be warned to stop administration if resistance is felt because forced administration may cause local damage. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.

You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use!

Fleet Ready To Use Enema

Per 118ml delivered dose Sodium Dihydrogen Phosphate Dihydrate 18.1% w/v Disodium Phosphate Dodecahydrate 8.0% w/v The delivered dose contains 4.4 g of sodium Also contains: Disodium Edetate Benzalkonium Chloride Purified water Nozzle lubricant : white soft paraffin.

Fleet Ready To Use Enema