Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

Constipation is defined as having a bowel movement fewer than three times a week, are infrequent and often painful. Stools are usually small in size, hard, dry, and difficult to eliminate.

The lack of dietary fiber, fluids and exercise are the main contributors to constipation but using the toilet when there’s an urge to go and eating processed foods are also contributors. Certain medical conditions and medicines may also be the cause.

The Institute of Medicine recommends 25 grams of fiber for adult women and 38 grams of fiber for adult men per day.

An enema is a procedure in which an enema solution is introduced into the rectum to stimulate a bowel movement, relieve constipation, cleanse the colon or administer medication. The type of enema and the ingredients in the enema solution depend on the condition being treated.

EZ Enema is a non-intrusive enema delivery system that uses an enema bottle or hand pump to self-administer the enema solution through the EZ Enema and into your lower colon while sitting on a toilet. It does this without the discomfort or challenges of traditional enema devices and without inserting anything into your rectum.

Although enemas are often doctor-recommended, you can buy most enema products over-the-counter. Many people learn about enemas and laxatives through their friends and families. It is best to have a doctor prescribe the laxative suited to your needs if you have certain medical conditions.

While many enema devices are disposable, the EZ Enema Kit is designed to be easily cleaned and reused many times.

The EZ Enema is non-intrusive and can be easily self-administered  while sitting on a toilet without the challenges of traditional enema delivery systems. Traditional enema delivery systems recommend that you insert the lubricated end of the enema device while you’re in the left lateral or knees to chest position. You must then transfer yourself to the toilet when you are ready to evacuate your bowels

EZ Enema is non-intrusive and only needs to be firmly positioned up to your anus. Most traditional enemas are designed to be lubricated and inserted directly into the rectum 2-3 inches for them to properly work in an adult.

4.5 ounces is recommended for persons over 12 years old. Contact your doctor for children under 12 years old or having other medical conditions. Certain enema procedures may call for larger or smaller enema solution volumes.

Enema solutions should be held until the urge to evacuate is strong. If no urge is felt after 5 minutes of using, try to empty your bowel. Call a doctor promptly after using a saline enema and no liquid comes out of your rectum after 30 minutes, because dehydration could occur.

Although enemas are often doctor-recommended, you can buy most enema products over-the-counter. Many people learn about enemas and laxatives through their friends and families. It is best to have a doctor prescribe the laxative suited to your needs if you have certain medical conditions.

If you haven’t had a bowel movement after 5 minutes of administering an enema, try to empty your bowels. Please call a doctor a doctor if no liquid comes out of your rectum after 30 minutes. Dehydration could occur after using a saline laxative.

An enema can be administered once every 24 hours for a max of 3 days. Please see a doctor if you haven’t had a bowel movement after 3 days or are experiencing pain.

EZ Enema is a safe and easy non-intrusive way to administer an enema to most children from 2-12 years of age. Never administer an enema to children under 2 years old. Please discuss with your doctor to determine the amount and type of laxative solution to be administered to children. Adult-sized (4.5 oz) enemas should not be administered to children under age 12.

Anthelminthic enema is a type of medical enema administered to destroy intestinal parasites. It is only used under the direction of a doctor.

Barium enema is a type of medical enema used during a special X-ray procedures to detect diseases in the gastrointestinal tract. It is only used under the direction of a doctor.

An enema bottle is inserted directly into your rectum while in the left lateral or knees to chest position. It is then squeezed to administer the enema solution. Person must then transfer themselves to the toilet when they are ready to evacuate their bowels.

A bucket is filled with enema solution and then elevated to allow gravity to administer the enema solution through a tube which is lubricated and inserted directly into your rectum while in the left lateral or knees to chest position. Person must then transfer themselves to the toilet when they are ready to evacuate their bowels

A bulb syringe usually includes two pieces – a rubber bulb that you fill with an enema solution and a nozzle that you insert into it. Lubricate the nozzle and insert directly into your rectum while in the left lateral or knees to chest position. Bulb is then squeezed to administer the enema solution. Person must then transfer themselves to the toilet when they are ready to evacuate their bowels.

Cleansing enemas are used to treat constipation, prepare for medical procedures, or detoxify the body by flushing out the colon and removing any waste.

Hot water bottle is filled with enema solution and then elevated to allow gravity to administer the enema solution through a tube which is lubricated and inserted directly into your rectum while in the left lateral or knees to chest position. Person must then transfer themselves to the toilet when they are ready to evacuate their bowels.

Those with chronic constipation, irritable bowel syndrom (IBS), chrohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and fecal impaction may benefit from enemas. Always consult with your doctor to determine best enema solution and process to use.

Medicated enemas are used to insert medications into your colon to balance the electrolytes and help fight infections. This procedure is usually performed after a cleansing enema and under the direction of a doctor.

Nutritive enemas administer fluids and nutrition rectally.

The  manual or electric pump system reservoir is filled with enema solution. The enema solution is then administered through a tube which is lubricated and inserted directly into your rectum while in the left lateral or knees to chest position. Person must then transfer themselves to the toilet when they are ready to evacuate their bowels.

Return-flow enemas, also known as Harris flush is done on people with trouble pooping due to intestinal gas. In this method, a large fluid volume is used, which is injected in 100-200 ml increments. The fluid is then drawn out along with the flatus (intestinal gas). This process is repeated three to five times until the gas is entirely out.

The shower enema uses a modified water nozzle to deliver a warm water enema while in the shower. While keeping the water pressure low, administer a little bit to your rectum, hold it for a few seconds, then relax and release the liquid into the toilet or shower.

Hemorrhoids are internal or external swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus and that can be painful, itchy, and sometimes bleed.

Hemorrhoids occur when the veins around the anus are under too much pressure, which can be caused by a number of factors, including:   Straining during bowel movements,   Sitting on the toilet for long periods of time,     Chronic constipation or diarrhea,   A low-fiber diet,   Weakening of the supporting tissues in your anus and rectum,   Pregnancy,   Frequently lifting heavy items,   Being obese,   Anal intercourse and Certain diseases such as cirrhosis.

Most hemorrhoids are caused by straining during a bowel movement primarily due to constipation.

Constipation causes a person to strain during a bowel movement potentially resulting in hemorrhoids.

EZ Enema is a non-intrusive way to relieve your constipation resulting in less stress during bowel movements and fewer hemorrhoid flare-ups.

A laxative is a type of medicine that helps relieve constipation by making it easier to have a bowel movement. They work by either softening stools or stimulating the intestines.

It usually takes about 5 – 10 minutes. Results will vary depending on which type of laxative used.

Homemade enemas can be made with clean distilled water mixed with other substances, such as glycerin, bisacodyl, sodium phosphate, or mineral oil. However, some ingredients might not be well-tested for safety and efficacy or might already be considered unsafe. For example, coffee enemas are often self-administered as a way to clean your colon, but there is no evidence that they are safe and effective.

The time it takes for an oral laxative to work depends on the type of laxative. Saline laxatives – 1/2 to 3 hours,   Stimulant laxatives – 6-12 hours,   Osmotic laxatives – 1/2 to 72 hours,   Stool softeners – 24 – 48 hours,   Fiber-based laxatives – 12 to 72 hours,   Lactulose – 24 – 48 hours and Polyethylene glycol – 48 – 96 hours.

Laxatives are chosen by individual preference or at the recommendation of your physician. Confer with your doctor first if you have any medical conditions.

Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative that stimulates the colon to move and push out stool. It’s commonly used to cleanse the colon before colonoscopies, barium enemas, and intestinal surgeries.

Bulk-forming laxative is an agent that increases bulk volume and water content of the stool, which then promotes a bowel movement

Carbon dioxide-releasing laxative is a suppository agent that contains ingredients that release carbon dioxide, which then induces gentle pressure in the rectum and promotes a bowel movement.

Castile Soap is a mild soap made of many oils, like olive oil, that’s added to saline solution to stimulate the bowel to create movements.

Saline/Sodium Phosphate is the most common fast relief medicated laxative, usually working within 5 minutes.

Glycerin laxative is a natural compound that draws water into the intestines to soften stools. It also stimulates muscle contractions and produces an urge to have a bowel movement.

Hyperosmotic laxative is an agent that attracts water into the stool and promotes a bowel movement.

Lubricant laxatives such as mineral oil is an agent that lubricates the contents of the intestinal tract, which coats the stool mass to keep moisture in, thereby helping to soften the stool mass and make it easier to pass.

Medicated laxative is a type of medicine that treats constipation by making it easier to pass stool.

Saline/Sodium Phosphate laxative is the most common and fastest-acting type of enema. It draws water from the colon into the stool to make it easier to pass.

Sorbitol is a laxative that pulls water into the large intestines causing distention, thereby stimulating the normal forward movement of the bowels.

Stimulant laxatives such as Bisacodyl is an agent that promotes a bowel movement by directly acting on the intestine.

Guaranteed constipation and hemorrhoid relief or your money back. Easy to self-administer an enema while sitting on a toilet allows you to go when you want to go, not when an oral laxative makes the decision.  Allows athletes to compete in comfort and at a higher level, both physically and mentally. Comfortable and safe, non-intrusive design fits firmly against the anus, preventing potential damage to the rectum due to insertion of traditional enema devices.

The EZ Enema Kit consists of a Nippled or Rounded EZ Enema along with an empty enema bottle and instruction sheet.

The EZ Enema Kit is a safe, non-intrusive and easy to use enema device which allows you to self-administer an enema while sitting on a toilet. It eliminates the challenges of traditional constipation relief devises while preserving your dignity. The EZ Enema Kit allows you to prepare your own warm water enema solutions or use premade saline or bisacodyl enema solutions found at stores. The EZ Enema Nippled Kit helps you find your target while the EZ Enema Rounded Kit is especially beneficial for those with sensitive hemorrhoids.

1) Prepare or buy enema solution bottle,   2) remove enema bottle cap and clean tip,   3) insert full enema bottle into EZ Enema,   4) Position EZ Enema firmly against anus,   5) Slowly squeeze enema solution bottle,   6) Move EZ Enema away from anus,   7) Retain enema solution for about 5 minutes,   8) Evacuate bowels,   9) Clean with warm soapy water. Please refer to the Instruction Sheet or Videos

You can self-administer saline/sodium phosphate , warm tap water, liquid glycerin, bisacodyl, mineral oil, castile Soap, Sorbitol and other homemade enemas with the EZ Enema Kit.

The EZ Enema Kit is safe to use once every 24 hours for 3 days. Please consult with your doctor if you’re still constipated after 3 days.

The EZ Enema is safe to use once every 24 hours for three days. It can also be to use with a warm water enema solution on a weekly basis. It’s non-intrusive tip will prevent any irritation of the rectum.

EZ Enema Kit is easy to pack as a carry-on with an empty enema bottle or as checked luggage with a sealed full enema bottle.

Yes you can take it as a carry-on if the enema bottle is empty, otherwise you will have to check it as luggage if it is full.

No, the EZ Enema Kit’s components are made from FDA approved medical and food grade materials.

Presently the EZ Enema products are not covered by medicare or any other health insurance plans. Please contact us if you need a receipt.

Markenny LLP (DBA EZ Enema) sources, manufactures and ships EZ Enema Kits and Hand Pumps from their production facility in University Place Washington. We presently sell our enema delivery products online through various sites in the United States or through our website at www.EZenema.com. As an enema delivery company we provide several enema delivery options including Ground Advantage, Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express and enema delivery near me for local clients.

Most enema pumps are used to pump enema solutions through a tube which is inserted into the rectum. They can be a manual hand pump or an electric enema pump. The EZ Enema Hand Pump administers the enema solution to the non-intrusive EZ Enema, therefore eliminating the need to insert anything into your rectum.

Enema pumps work especially well for those users who have arthritis or limited mobility. It provides better control while administering the enema solution.

The EZ Enema Hand Pump is the perfect enhancement to the EZ Enema Kits. It provides easy delivery of the enema solution for those users with arthritis or difficulty squeezing an enema bottle.

1) Unscrew enema pump handle to release,   2) Put enema solution into Enema Hand Pump,   3) Insert Enema Hand Pump outlet into EZ Enema,   4) Position EZ Enema firmly against anus,   5) Pump 3X to prime and 5X to deliver enema solution,   6) Move EZ Enema away from anus,   7) Retain enema solution for about 5 minutes,   8) Evacuate bowels,   9) Clean with warm soapy water. Please view our instructions and videos.

The EZ Hand Pump is especially beneficial for users who have arthritis or limited mobility and might have difficulty squeezing an enema bottle.

Yes, the EZ Hand Pump is an easy to use accessory to the EZ enema and provides a simple alternative way to deliver the enema solution.

Yes, if you pump slower you will decrease pressure and if you pump faster you will increase pressure. Adjust your pumping speed so you are administering the enema solution without any pain or discomfort.

Clean the EZ Enema Hand Pump by running warm soapy water through the pump and output line followed up with a warm water rinse. Apply a couple drops of the supplied mineral oil to the pump shaft after every 10 uses.

All components are BPA-free. Pump reservoir – FDA compliant heavy-duty polyethylene, Pump – polypropylene, Braided fitting – food grade PVC, Reducer – polyethylene, Tubing – non-DEHP medical grade flexible PVC, Check valve – polypropylene, Outlet tube – polypropylene

A solid cone or cylinder-shaped medication, designed to be inserted into the rectum.

Using your finger, insert the suppository into the rectum. Push the suppository in as far as the length of your finger.

Liquid Glycerin Suppositories that come in a convenient no-mess applicator are available, thus eliminating the need to use your finger.

Glycerin suppositories draws water into the stool, making bowel movement easier and more comfortable.

It usually takes about 15 – 60  minutes. Results will vary depending on which type of suppository used.

Yes, Pedia-Lax® glycerin suppositories. Pedia-lax® is the first complete line of laxative formulated just for kids. For more information, please visit www.pedia-lax.com.

They should be refrigerated or stored in a cool, dry place.