Description
Directions
Ingredients
Warnings
Doctor Recommended†
†Independent Research
Also available:
FLEET ENEMA® (sodium phosphates enema USP) for adults. Each unit contains 130 mL of solution.
FLEET ENEMA® Pediatric (sodium phosphates enema USP). Each unit contains 65 mL of solution.
Protective shield prevents contamination
Pre-lubricated COMFORTIP® for ease of insertion
One-way safety valve controls flow and prevents reflux
EASY SQUEEZE® bottle
Active ingredient
Mineral oil (heavy) 130 ml (purpose: lubricant laxative)
WARNING: FOR RECTAL USE ONLY.
WARNINGS
DO NOT USE with any other laxative.
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU
- have, abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, fever
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits lasting for longer than 2 weeks
- are pregnant or breastfeeding
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- do not take it within 2 hours of other medicines
- it may take 2 to 15 minutes to have a bowel movement
- overuse or extended use may cause dependence for bowel function
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- rectal bleeding occurs
- symptoms last for more than 7 days. This may be a sign of a serious condition.
OTHER WARNING
- overuse or extended use may cause dependence for bowel function
- do not give to children under 12 years, or to bedridden or aged patients, unless directed by a doctor.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of overdose, call a poison control centre or get medical help right away.
TAMPER EVIDENT: Carton sealed for safety. If seal with Fleet® emblem on top or bottom flap is torn, damaged or missing, do not use.
DESCRIPTION: Single dose unit containing 130 mL Mineral Oil USP. Each unit delivers 120 mL when used as directed. Discard unit after use.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE: The preferred positions are: lying on 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: Remove protective cap from pre-lubricated rectal tip before using. Insert tube gently, pointing it in the direction of the navel. Slowly squeeze bottle to empty contents into rectum. Withdraw the tip and tube from rectum.
NOTE: It is not necessary to empty unit completely. (An extra amount of oil 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 or the enema should be retained for length of time indicated by doctor. Results are usually felt within 2 to 15 minutes. Contents of bowel should then be expelled. Do not retain enema solution in rectum for more than 15 minutes.
Directions
- Adults and children 12 years and older: take 120 mL as a single dose
- Do not take more than 120 mL in 24 hours
Other information
store at room temperature
