Clog Zapper Feeding Tube Declogger

What is the Avanos Clog Zapper Feeding Tube Declogger?

The Clog Zapper Feeding Tube Declogger by Avanos effectively and efficiently unclogs blockages in enteral feeding tubes to extend the feeding tube's lifespan. The system comes with a 12-inch applicator, a syringe pre-filled with the enzyme-based formula, and an empty syringe for flushing. The de-clogging enzyme-based formula is a combination of acids, buffers, metal inhibitors, and antimicrobial agents that have been shown to successfully break down clogs and residue to restore Feeding Tubes for clean and safe use. This is done safely with natural, food-grade ingredients and without the use of any harsh chemicals. Because the de-clogging formula is safe and natural, it never breaks down plastic, silicone, or urethane. As an added benefit, this patented Clog Zapper Feeding Tube Declogger formula is pre-mixed and pre-measured, so it is fast and easy to deliver the enzymes needed to break up enteral formula clogs.

Feeding Tube Accessories like this Clog Zapper for feeding tubes are helpful tools for getting the most out of a enteral feeding tube systems, including ng-tubes, g-tubes, PEGs and j-tubes. The Avanos Clog Zapper Feeding Tube Declogger was shown to restore patency to clogged feeding tubes with enteral formulas over 75% of the time.

What Comes in Each Clog Zapper Kit?

• One 10 mL Oral Syringe Pre-Mixed and Pre-Loaded with De-Clogging Powder
• One Empty 10 mL Oral Syringe
• One 12-Inch Applicator
• Two 4-Inch x 4-Inch Gauze Pads

Features and Benefits

• Effective Feeding Tube De-Clogging Kit
• Extends the Life of Feeding Tubes
• Easy to Administer
• Enzyme-Based, Food-Grade Formula
• Pre-Mixed, Pre-Measured Formula
• Natural Formula for Safe Use
• Won't Adversely Affect Feeding Tube Construction

Ingredients

• Malodextrin - Increases formula density
• Papain - Breaks down proteins
• Alpha-Amylase - Breaks down starches
• Cellulase - Breaks down fiber/cellulose
• Citric Acid - Has antibacterial properties, assists enzyme metabolic activity, lowers pH levels
• Disodium Phosphate - Assists enzyme metabolic activity
• Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)- Binds to enzymes so the enzymes can work
• Potassium Sorbate - Has antibacterial properties
• Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - Helps the enzyme blend break through clogs
• Disodium Edta - Prevents minerals from damaging the formula's enzymes

Clog Zapper Instructions

Caution

• The manufacturer highly recommends users wear protective eyewear.
• When the formula is not in use, it must be refrigerated.

Note: See the Clog Zapper Feeding Tube Declogger Instruction Manual link at the bottom of this page for visual assistance.

NG and J-Tube Use

1. Turn the Enteral Feeding pump off. Locate the administration set's close roller clamp and close it. Attach the clog zapper applicator to the enteral feeding pump set.
2. Fill the clog zapper formula syringe to the 10 cc line with water (7.1 cc)
3. Shake the syringe to get rid of any lumps.
4. Use the syringe to fill the NG or j-tube with 2-6 cc of clog zapper formula.
5. Remove the applicator from the tubing. In case these steps must be taken again for a second round of tube clearing, keep the applicator and syringe nearby.
6. Wait 60 minutes (30 minutes minimum).
7. Fill the syringe again completely with water.
8. Flush the NG or j-tube out.
9. If the tubing is still not clear, repeat steps 4 - 8. Check with your physician to see how many times this clearing process can be repeated.
10. Once the tubing is clear, dispose of the syringes according to your facility's protocol. Resume feeding.

G-Tube Use

1. Cut the applicator at the dot.
2. Dispose of any excess tubing.
3. Locate the g-tube's administration set port and connect the Clog Zapper applicator.
4. Follow the NG and j-tube instructions listed above.

Low-Profile Device Use

1. After reviewing your low profile device's manufacturer's instructions, place the feeding set in the low-profile device.
2. Place the applicator into the feeding set.
3. Follow the NG and j-tube instructions listed above.

How to Properly Store

• Once water is added, this product should be used within 24 hours.
• When the formula is not in use, it must be refrigerated

Complementary Products

• CORFLO ULTRA Lite NG with ENFit: A maximum control, y-port connection feeding tube set with color-coded tip.
• Farrell Valve Bag Pressure Release System by Avanos Medical: A gas build-up relief system for enteral feeding users.
• Enteral Gravity Feeding Bags by Kangaroo: A dependable, accurate, and safe gravity feeding bag set.
• PEG Tube Cleaning Brush by Bard Medical: A nylon feeding tube cleaning brush for tubes that are 20 French sized or larger.
• SafeView Safety Glasses by Kimberly Clark: Single-use safety glasses that can be worn over most prescription glasses.
• Y-Site Extension Set by Kangaroo: A DEHP-Free device that helps prevent free-flow incidences with Kangaroo feeding pump sets.

Product Specifications and Information

• Manufacturer: Avanos Medical Sales, LLC
• Product Number: 20-0002
• Use With: NG-Tubes, J-Tubes, G-Tubes, PEGs
• Applicator Size: 12-Inch
• Syringe Capacity: 10 mL
• Application: Enteral Tube Cleaning

Product Manuals and Important Documents

•    Catalog Page contains product features and benefits.
•    Instruction Manual contains use and care instructions.
•    Nutritional Information Sheet contains ingredients and nutritional facts.