Ene-med Enema Adult Size Format 130 ml

For relief of constipation PURPOSE: For relief of occasional constipation and bowel cleansing before rectal examinations. PROFESSIONAL USE INDICATIONS: For use as part of a bowel cleansing regimen in preparing the patient for surgery or for preparing the colon for x-ray endoscopic examination. How to Use ADMINISTERING: With steady pressure, gently insert enema with tip pointing toward navel. Squeeze bottle until nearly all liquid is expelled. Remove tip from rectum. Discontinue use if resistance is encountered. Forcing the enema can result in injury. Note: It is not necessary to empty unit completely. Bottle contains more liquid than needed for effective use. A small amount of liquid will remain in bottle after squeezing. Maintain position until urge to evacuate is strong (usually 2 to 15 minutes). DOSAGE: ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS AND OLDER: one bottle (130 mL) no more than once daily, or as directed by physician. CHILDREN UNDER 2 YEARS: consult a physician. DIRECTIONS FOR USE: CAUTION: Remove green protective shield before inserting. To do so, hold bottle upright, grasping bottle cap with fingers. Grasp protective shield with other hand, pull gently to remove. The preferred positions are lying on left side with right knee flexed or in the knee-chest position. Self-administration may be carried out with the person lying on a towel on the bathroom floor or in the bathtub. Discard bottle after use. Warnings CARTON SEALED FOR YOUR SAFETY. IF SEAL ON TOP OR BOTTOM FLAP IS TORN OR MISSING, DO NOT USE. FOR RECTAL USE ONLY WARNING: Do not use laxative products when nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain is present unless directed by a physician. If you notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persist over a period of two weeks, consult a physician before using a laxative. Rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of laxative may indicate a serious condition. Discontinue use and consult a physician. Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 3 days. Do not use this if you are on low salt diet or if you have kidney disease unless directed by a physician. If no urge is felt after 5 minutes of using, try to empty bowel. Call a health care professional promptly if no liquid comes out of the rectum after 30 minutes because dehydration could occur. Consult a health care practitioner prior use if you are 55 years old or older, have acute colitis, high blood pressure or a heart condition. Consult a health care professional prior use if you are taking blood pressure medication, diuretics or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product. KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of accidental ingestion or overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control centre immediately. If you or your child experiences symptoms of kidney injury including drowsiness, sluggishness, decreased amount of urine, or swelling of the ankles, feet and legs, seek medical attention immediately and do not take another dose. PROFESSIONAL USE WARNINGS: Do not use in patients with megacolon, as hypernatremic dehydration may occur. Use with caution in patients with impaired renal function.