How to Do a Fleet Enema?

Read the product label and follow the package directions exactly

Do not use if you have been told not to take sodium phosphate enemas

Wash your hands

Remove the enema from the packaging

Lie on your left side with your right knee bent, unless the label says otherwise

Remove the protective cap from the tip

If instructed on the label, apply a small amount of lubricant to the tip

Gently insert the tip into the rectum as directed on the package

Squeeze the bottle slowly and steadily until it is empty or until the label instructs you to stop

Remove the tip from the rectum

Stay in the position recommended on the label until the urge to go becomes strong

Hold the enema for the time directed on the package

Go to the bathroom when needed

Wash your hands again after use

Drink fluids unless your doctor has told you to limit them

Do not use more than directed

Seek medical advice before use if you are pregnant, elderly, dehydrated, have kidney disease, heart disease, bowel obstruction, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or rectal bleeding

Get urgent medical help if you have severe pain, dizziness, fainting, little or no urination, or no bowel movement after use

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