X-lube/J-Lube/PEO degrading?

I bought some X-Lube powder about a year ago and generally like it a lot, it is inexpensive and lubes well without irritation. Two times I have noticed something interesting though - in about a week the lubricant will get much runnier and less slick, and go from heavy duty to more Astroglide-level. Anyone else have this happen? I don't know if it is something breaking the bonds in the polyethylene oxide chains or if it is just "well, there was a area of thick lube and you used it up." If it is depolymerization that could be concerning if it releases EtO.

The manufacturers suggested that it might be related to a period of high chlorine in the tap water, as that can break the PEO bonds. They suggest using bottled, filtered or boiled water to minimize the chance of lube breakdown.

How does j lube or x lube interact with a double balloon nozzle

I have my water based lubricant but am looking for something a bit better for inserting the nozzle into my rectum

Water based stuff seems to break down too quick after I’ve taken a couple of cleaning enemas so I can insert the double balloon nozzle

If not I lube or x lube

How about a silicone based lube?

Thanks any suggestions would be great

What an issue.... Hum??? 2 ideas.

Yes, CL2 in water can break down lubricants and seem to cause issues once subjected to chloramines. Question is do you want to replace expensive nozzles like a DBB, or have to use more lube ?? I lost a few of these😒😢😣. Then, IF using a tube type lube, work it like a tube of toothpaste with cap on to mix things up. The last thing, is to use a good grade of lube. I only use

"Surgical Grade " but I work in places where I get access to it. Would love to give you a brand but hospitals generally get generic branding. (ie) Baxter, Abbott, the like / no label. J&J KY is my fall back.

I'm an organic chemist, retired, you should only use distilled water for J-Lube formulations. I have used this for years, never had an viscosity or mold problem. I have mixed it "thick" or "thin" (not very scientific terms, aware), just use distilled water.