Description
The ENFIT Enteral Feeding Low Dead Space Single Use Syringe by Medicina is meticulously designed for precise and safe administration of enteral feeds, water, and medications. This syringe is an essential tool for healthcare settings, offering a range of features that enhance patient safety and dosing accuracy.
Key Features
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Low Dead Space Design: Minimizes residual volume to reduce wastage, making it ideal for small volume dosing. This feature ensures that nearly all of the medication or feed is delivered accurately, which is crucial for doses less than 2 mL.
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ENFit Connector Compliance: Adheres to ISO 80369-3 standards, preventing misconnections with intravenous or Luer devices. This compliance significantly enhances patient safety by ensuring the syringe connects only with compatible enteral feeding tubes.
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Single Use and Sterility: Each syringe is individually packaged and sterile, intended for single use to prevent cross-contamination. After each use, it should be discarded, aligning with best practices in medical hygiene.
Construction and Material
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Material Composition: Free from DEHP, latex, and PVC, the syringe is constructed with a three-piece design comprising a barrel, plunger, and silicone gasket. The purple color coding distinguishes it from other medical lines, while clear measurement markings aid in accurate dosing.
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Size Variants: Available in multiple sizes, including low dose tips (1 mL, 2.5 mL) and standard tips (3 mL, 5 mL, 10 mL, 20 mL, 60 mL), catering to diverse medical needs.
Compatibility and Use
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Broad Compatibility: Designed to work seamlessly with all ENFit enteral equipment and accessories, such as bottle adapters and straws. This makes it suitable for both hospital and home feeding systems.
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Secure Locking Mechanism: Features a locking system to prevent accidental disconnection, requiring only a quarter turn for secure attachment and easy removal.
Intended Use
The syringe is suitable for a wide range of patients, including neonatal, paediatric, and adult populations. It is recommended for bolus enteral tube feeding, medication administration, and water flushes. Usage guidelines emphasize using a fresh syringe for each application and maintaining cleanliness of connector threads.
Safety and Compliance
This product is clearly labeled for enteral use to prevent dosing errors and is not intended for intravenous applications. Compliance with ISO standards ensures that it meets the highest safety requirements for medical devices.
Additional Information
Syringes are available in various pack sizes, with caps sold separately. Their design, including features like conical plunger tips, is validated through laboratory evaluations to ensure maximum drug delivery and minimal residual fluid, reducing the risk of dosing errors.
