Description

The Medicina Reusable Enteral Syringe is a specialized medical device designed for the precise administration of enteral feeds, medications, and flushes. It serves a wide range of patients, including neonatal, paediatric, and adult populations, primarily in home care settings. This syringe is intended exclusively for enteral use, ensuring safe and effective bolus feeding, water flushing, medication delivery, and tube aspiration.

Key Features

• ENFit Compatibility: The syringe is ENFit compatible, adhering to ISO 80369-3 standards. This design minimizes the risk of misconnections, significantly enhancing patient safety.
• Reusable Design: Crafted for reuse by the same patient, it can be used for up to 7 days or withstand up to 40 washes, depending on the cleaning protocol and syringe size.
• Distinctive Purple Color: The purple color coding clearly differentiates it from intravenous devices, promoting safe enteral administration.

Construction and Design

The syringe features a three-piece construction comprising a barrel, plunger, and silicone gasket. An O-ring on the silicone gasket prevents swelling during cleaning. It includes clear measurement markings with graduation intervals tailored to each syringe size, ensuring accurate dosing.

Material and Packaging

Made from polypropylene, the syringe is DEHP-free, latex-free, and PVC-free, containing no animal products. Each syringe is individually packaged, with box quantities varying by size.

Connection Features

• Secure ENFit Locking: The connection requires only a quarter turn to connect or disconnect, preventing connectivity with non-ENFit connectors.
• Low Dose Tip: Available in 1ml and 2.5ml sizes, enhancing dose accuracy.

Available Sizes

The syringe is available in sizes ranging from 1ml to 100ml, with specific sizes featuring a "Low Dose Tip" connection for improved precision.

Cleaning Instructions

Proper cleaning involves:

• Using warm soapy water immediately after use.
• Rinsing with tap water and drying with disposable kitchen roll or air drying.
• Separating the plunger and barrel for cleaning and storage.

For patients under 1 year or those who are immunocompromised, sterile water and a cold sterilizing solution are recommended. Store the syringe in a clean container with a lid between uses.

Maintenance and Disposal

Discard the syringe if operation becomes difficult, markings become unclear, or any visible damage is present. Though delivered sterile, the syringe is not sterile after the first use. Disposal should be in household rubbish, not recycling.

Safety and Compatibility

The Medicina Reusable Enteral Syringe should only be reused as designated and used solely for prescribed fluids. It is not suitable for use with syringe-drivers. The syringe offers universal compatibility with all enteral feeds and medications provided by clinicians, ensuring comprehensive and safe application across various healthcare needs.