Contraindications of enema

Suppositories are a relatively common topical medication. They are mainly divided into two types, one is a glycerin preparation, and the other is a mannitol and magnesium sulfate reagent. When using suppositories, you should also be aware of some precautions, especially that they should not be used frequently. If used excessively, it can easily worsen constipation symptoms, which is not good for your health. Let's take a look at this aspect.

Contraindications of enema

1. Understanding enema

Common name: enema

Product name: Jingxiutang, Hengjian, Xinlong, etc.

Indications:

Used as a laxative for constipation.

2. Pharmacological effects of enema

There are two common preparations of enema, one is glycerin preparation (such as the glycerin enema in the picture above), and the other is mannitol and magnesium sulfate preparation. The two preparations have different ingredients, but the principles are basically the same. They both use the high concentration of glycerol or sorbitol, that is, the hyperosmotic effect, to soften the stool, stimulate the intestinal wall, and reflexively induce a defecation reaction. In addition, its lubricating effect can make the stool easier to excrete.

3. Applicable/Contraindicated Groups

1. Applicable people

Constipation patients

2. Taboo groups

Not yet clear

3. Special Populations

Children must use under adult supervision

IV. Answers to common questions about medication

1. How should enema be used?

Take the specification of 20 ml per tube, containing 52.8-58.3% (weight/weight) of glycerol as the main ingredient as an example. First, remove the bottle cap of the container, apply a little oil, slowly insert it into the anus, and then squeeze the liquid medicine into the rectum. Adults take 1 bottle at a time and children take 0.5 bottles at a time.

Enema is used when you feel like having a bowel movement, because it takes 5-10 minutes for the enema to take effect, and then you can have a bowel movement easily.

But for more severe constipation, it takes longer to take effect, generally not more than 30 minutes. Therefore, patients should determine the time to use enema according to their specific circumstances.

2. Can enema be used frequently to relieve constipation?

It is generally not recommended to use enema frequently or rely too much on it, because enema mainly relieves constipation by stimulating the intestinal wall to induce a defecation reflex. If used frequently, the rectum will become less and less sensitive to the stimulation of the enema, and therefore the effect will become worse.

3. What are the precautions for using enema?

During use, everyone should pay attention to the smooth opening of the injection catheter to avoid scratching the anus or rectum.