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  • Enemeez plus (docusate / benzocaine)
    Enemeez (docusate)
  • Enemeez plus (docusate / benzocaine)
    Enemeez (docusate)

  • Summary of Enemeez plus vs. Enemeez

    Summary for Stool softener / Anesthetic

    Enemeez plus (docusate / benzocaine) is an over-the-counter (OTC) enema used to treat occasional constipation. It contains 2 active ingredients: docusate (a stool softener) and benzocaine (an anesthetic for pain relief). This medication can be used by people ages 2 and older, but younger children should only use it after their caregiver speaks with a pediatrician. It can be used 1 to 3 times daily and usually works within 15 minutes. Most people have few to no side effects when using Enemeez plus (docusate / benzocaine) as directed.

    Summary for Stool softener

    Docusate sodium mini enema, also known as Enemeez (a brand name), is an over-the-counter (OTC) rectal medication used to treat occasional constipation. It's a stool softener that works by drawing water and fat into the stool, making it softer and easier to pass. This medication can be used in people ages 2 and older, up to 3 times daily (instructions depend on the product). It usually works within 15 minutes. Most people experience little to no side effects while using Enemeez (docusate) as directed.

  • Indications of Enemeez plus vs. Enemeez

    Indications for
    •Occasional constipation
    Indications for
    •Occasional constipation

  • Pros and Cons of Enemeez plus vs. Enemeez

    Pros and Const for Stool softener / Anesthetic
    Pros
    •Available as an OTC medication
    •Works within 2 to 15 minutes to relieve constipation
    •Generally well tolerated
    •Eases pain for people with painful bowel movements
    Cons
    •Might be difficult for some people to use
    •Typically only be used short term
    •Not for severe or chronic constipation
    •Young children need pediatrician approval before use
    Pros and Const for Stool softener
    Pros
    •Available as an OTC medication
    •Works within 2 to 15 minutes to relieve constipation
    •Generally well tolerated
    Cons
    •Might be difficult for some people to use
    •Typically only be used short term
    •Not for severe or chronic constipation

  • Common Side Effects of Enemeez plus vs. Enemeez

    Common Side Effects for
    •Rectal pain or burning
    Common Side Effects for
    •Rectal pain or burning

  • Warnings of Enemeez plus vs. Enemeez

    Common Side Effects for
    •For rectal use only
    •Serious allergic reaction to benzocaine
    •Interaction with mineral oil
    Common Side Effects for
    •For rectal use only
    •Interaction with mineral oil

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