Check with a healthcare professional before doing an enema at home, especially if you have abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, bowel disease, kidney disease, heart disease, are pregnant, or are a child
Use only a commercially prepared enema product unless a clinician has told you otherwise
Read and follow the product instructions exactly
Wash your hands thoroughly
Gather the enema kit, lubricant, towel, and access to a toilet
Choose a private, comfortable place near a toilet
Warm the enema solution to room temperature if the instructions allow it
Lie on your left side with your right knee bent, or use the position directed by the product instructions
Remove the cap from the enema tip
Apply a small amount of lubricant to the tip if allowed by the instructions
Insert the tip gently into the rectum only as far as directed
Squeeze the container slowly to release the solution
Stop if you feel pain, resistance, dizziness, or severe cramping
Remove the tip when the container is empty or as directed
Stay in position for the recommended time if instructed
Go to the toilet when you feel the urge to evacuate
Dispose of single-use materials as directed
Wash your hands thoroughly after use
Do not use more than the recommended amount or frequency
Do not use homemade solutions unless specifically instructed by a clinician
Seek urgent medical care if you have severe pain, heavy bleeding, fever, vomiting, fainting, or no bowel movement after use