Description
Nutricia ENFit Enteral Syringe, 20 mL (single-use) is an enteral-specific syringe designed for delivering tube feeds, water flushes, and medications via feeding tubes, and for aspirating a feeding tube when required. It features a female ENFit screw-lock connector compliant with ISO 80369-3 to help reduce the risk of misconnections with Luer/IV systems. Manufactured from DEHP-free, latex-free, and PVC-free materials, this 20 mL variant is intended for single use and must not be reused.
Key features
- Female ENFit screw-lock connector (ISO 80369-3); incompatible with Luer/IV connections to help prevent misconnections
- 20 mL capacity suitable for routine dosing and flushing tasks in enteral care
- Materials: DEHP-free, latex-free, PVC-free
- Single-use variant; do not reuse
- Intended applications: administration of enteral nutrition, water flushes, and medications; suitable for aspirating a feeding tube
Compatibility
- Connects to ENFit feeding tube and medication ports
- Transition adapters may be required to interface with non-ENFit (legacy) equipment during conversion
Directions for use (summary)
- Administer feeds and fluids in a controlled manner; avoid excessive pressure or rapid administration
- If significant resistance is encountered, stop, disconnect, and consult a healthcare professional
- Follow appropriate hygiene practices when handling feeds, tubes, feeding sets, and syringes
Storage and disposal (single-use)
- Store in a clean, dry environment
- Discard after single use in accordance with manufacturer instructions and local protocols
Sizes and options in range
- Capacities available: 10 mL, 20 mL, 60 mL
- Versions available: single-use and reusable (this item is the 20 mL single-use variant)
Packaging
- Typically supplied in cartons or boxes of 30 syringes