Description

Medicina ENFit Enteral Syringes are expertly designed for the secure and precise administration of enteral tube feeds, water flushes, and medications. These syringes are essential tools for healthcare settings, suitable for use with neonatal, paediatric, and adult patients, both in hospitals and at home.

Key Features

• ENFit Compliance: Adhering to the ISO 80369-3 standard, these syringes significantly reduce the risk of misconnections with intravenous or Luer connectors, enhancing patient safety.
• Distinctive Purple Color: Ensures easy identification for enteral use only.
• Clear Measurement Markings: Provides accurate dosing for effective treatment management.

Design and Construction

Each syringe features a three-piece construction comprising a barrel, plunger, and silicone gasket. The low dose tip design, available in 1ml and 2.5ml sizes, enhances dose accuracy. A secure locking feature requires only a quarter turn to connect or disconnect, preventing unintended connections with non-ENFit connectors.

Versatility

Available in both single-use and reusable options, these syringes come in various sizes:

• Single Use (LPE range): 1ml, 2.5ml, 5ml, 10ml, 20ml, 30ml, 60ml, 100ml
• Reusable (LHE range): 10ml, 20ml, 60ml

Both types are individually packaged, maintaining sterility and convenience.

Material Safety

Constructed from polypropylene, these syringes are free from latex, DEHP, and PVC, making them safe for a wide range of patients. The reusable syringes feature an O-ring on the silicone gasket to prevent swelling during cleaning.

Maintenance Guidelines

• Single-Use Syringes: Should be discarded after use and stored in a clean, dry environment beforehand.
• Reusable Syringes: Can be cleaned and reused up to 40 times or for a maximum of 7 days for the same patient. Cleaning involves using warm soapy water, rinsing, air drying, and storing in a clean container. Specific precautions include avoiding dishwashers, boiling water, and abrasive materials.

Special Considerations

For patients under 1 year old or those who are immunocompromised, it is advisable to use sterile water for flushing and consider a cold sterilising solution. Reusable syringes should be discarded if they become difficult to operate, if markings fade, or if any damage is visible.

Conclusion

Medicina ENFit Enteral Syringes provide a reliable and safe solution for enteral feeding needs, ensuring high standards of care through their thoughtful design and comprehensive compliance with safety standards.