From the constipation of microclysters: how to do, recipes and preparations
Constipation is a condition that must be combated at once, Not waiting for the development of the chronic stage. Effective means for constipation - microclysters. Their main advantage is the availability and simplicity of the procedure. Drugs act directly in the intestines, without getting into the liver and other organs.
Microclysters contain medicinal substances with laxative effect. Their volume is 50-200 ml. In comparison with cleansing enemas, where a large amount of water is needed, their small substitutes are much easier to transfer. The substance that is contained inside quickly dissolves stool masses, and the problem of constipation is resolved.
Types of microclyster
Solutions that are used for the procedure can be prepared at home.
Microclysters are classified according to their effect:
- Relaxing - oil, hypertensive, glycerin. In a short time you can achieve the desired result. But this method can be used only in the absence of inflammation or ulcers of the large intestine. For enemas, olive or sunflower oil, solutions of magnesia, soda, rock salt or soap are used.
- Softening - good for constipation and gas generation. Doctors recommend them to people with dehydrated body and those who have constant chilliness in their limbs. For the procedure, you need to take milk, butter and warm up.
- Emulsion enemas have a mild laxative effect, suitable for people during bed rest.
- Cleansing - honey, starch, coffee. They are used for pain in the joints in the lumbosacral section, violation of the cycle in women, dry skin, presence of hemorrhoids, cystitis, preparation for childbirth. Coffee, introduced through the intestine, does not affect the nervous system, but it helps to excrete poisonous substances.
- On decoctions and vegetable juices .Do not insist solutions, because the concentration of the substance changes. It is also undesirable to use it again.
It is important that the enema type for the treatment of constipation is selected by a specialist, otherwise it can be harmful to your body more than to bring benefits. Some substances are ineffective for a particular person or, conversely, have too strong an effect, cause allergies.
Overview of the most popular drugs
Among the ready-made drugs that can be bought at the pharmacy, the most common microclysters from constipation:
- Norgalax - contain sodium docusate.
- Peydolax - similar in action and composition to glycerin suppositories.
- Microlax - contain sorbitol and drug salts.
- Normocol, in which the main substance is sodium dihydrate.
Each of the preparations should be disassembled in more detail, because they have some differences in composition, action and other aspects.
Norgalax
Due to the docusate sodium, the stool becomes soft and the intestine is cleaned of the slag. With symptomatic treatment of constipation, it fits perfectly.
Use for constipation requires one micro-enema per day. But the exact dosage, as well as the possibility of using in pregnant and lactating women, is determined by the doctor.
Possible side effects - itching and rash, abnormalities in the intestine, bleeding from the anus and pain, burning, development of hypokalemia, bitterness in the mouth, diarrhea, convulsions, fainting.
Contraindications are anal fissures and bleeding, hypersensitivity to the components, intestinal obstruction, inflammation, hemorrhoids, the age of up to fifteen years.
Peydolax
Microclysters, which are used for constipation in children from 2 to 12 years. Elderly and infants are not prescribed. Use it should not be longer than a week. It is necessary to take 1 applicator per day.
Among the side effects - local discomfort, irritation and pain in the anus. Contraindications - hypersensitivity to the components, colic, nausea, vomiting, manifestations of appendicitis, age up to 2 years.
MicroLax
Softens the stool, so during constipation - this is an ambulance. Microclysters can be used not only for constipation, but also as a preparation for diagnostic studies.
The composition includes sorbitol and sodium citrate, which displace water from the stool and weaken the stool. Inflow of fluid to the intestine makes defecation easier. Just 15 minutes after taking the drug, the effect comes.
Microlax can be used by adults and children over 3 years of age. Such a drug is acceptable in use in pregnant and lactating mothers. One enema is enough. Kids enough and 5 ml. Minor burning or allergies are an excuse for stopping taking. Among the contraindications only hypersensitivity to the components.
Normakol
Hypertonic solution in its composition does not cause irritation of the intestinal mucosa. Such microclysters from constipation stimulate peristalsis due to stretching of intestinal walls, as a result of which the influx of water increases. Fecal masses become larger, and the process of moving them along the rectum is facilitated. The action comes after 15-30 minutes.
The drug is used before defecation or diagnostic examination. In a day you need to take no more than one microclysm. The drug has virtually no side effects - sometimes allergies may develop or the water-electrolyte balance may be disturbed.
Contraindications - sensitivity to components, heart failure, intestinal obstruction, disturbance of electrolyte metabolism.
The doctor takes into account the individual characteristics of the patient in order to choose the correct enema.
How to conduct the procedure
Before you put microclysters, you need to prepare a place. A smooth and firm surface should be covered with an oilcloth. Even from one injection of the tip into the anus, there may be a urge to go to the toilet. All the fault of the receptors, which deceive the body. It is necessary to overcome this desire and bring the matter to an end.
For self-statement of usual microclysters as treatment for constipation, it is necessary to lie on one side, pull your legs to the stomach, bending your knees. Spread the buttocks with one hand, and another with a rotational movement into the anus for 5-10 centimeters of the lubricated catheter.
Then attach the pre-sterilized syringe to the catheter and insert the substance that is in it. Do not press hard and hurry - an awkward movement will cause injury. After the administration of the whole substance, it is necessary to disconnect the syringe from the catheter and draw in air. And then reattach the syringe and blow the catheter so that the remaining liquid enters the intestine.
If the tip of the enema is clogged by calves, then it must be removed, cleaned and reinserted. Do not need to enter deeply, 6-8 cm is enough. From the fact that the depth is large, the degree of spreading of the liquid through the intestine will not increase. On the contrary, the process of introduction is more difficult and more dangerous.
The solution inside the enema should be warm, except for the cleansing. Depending on the purpose, the temperature changes. If an irritating effect is desired, the water must be cold. For relaxation, a warm liquid is needed. It is important that it is not hotter than 40 degrees, otherwise there may be a bowel burn.
After the introduction of the content, you need to lie on your stomach for half an hour. This measure is necessary for complete absorption of the drug. Usually the procedure is performed before bedtime, especially when it concerns oil or emulsion microclysters. If the doctor prescribes, you can do it twice a day.
In the event that the injected solution causes irritation, it can be diluted with starch. It is enough to boil a small portion of it in boiled water and use 50 ml.
As for microclism with constipation, which is sold in ready-made form( for example, Mikrolaks), they are accompanied by an instruction. Before the procedure, you should wash your hands, take a tube and break off the tip. Then squeeze out some content to make it easier to type.
For children under 2 years there is a special mark that will not allow inserting the tip deeper than necessary. After 3 years, the tip is inserted completely, and the entire liquid is completely squeezed out. Even when removing the tip, it is necessary to squeeze the tube. After 5-15 minutes, the effect will come.
Despite the fact that microclysters are easy to use and effective, you should not prescribe yourself a treatment. The doctor should carefully examine the person, collect an anamnesis and, taking into account the characteristics, choose the appropriate option. Do not abuse this method of treatment, otherwise you can disrupt the microflora.
It is also worth remembering that folk recipes such as "microclysters with morning urine" have nothing to do with medicine. It is important to understand that such advice will not be of use, but only harm. Microclysters will help only if all the rules of the procedure are observed, and a specialist will give a consultation.
Author: Irina Levchenko, a doctor,
specifically for Moizhivot.ru
