Walgreen enema/douche bag ensemble

I had an equipment malfunction and so went to Walgreens to purchase a "back up" bag. (Hey, that's kind of funny - back up.) Anyway, having listened to the mantras that their equipment isn't bad, I bought the only kit they had - an enema/douche bag ensemble for a total of $11.83. I thought to myself, for that price, how bad could it be? [Real bad.]

I came home and started a session. Fist off, everything had to be assembled. Then the hose that connects to the closed-top bag acted up. After filling the bag, I had a struggle to get the cap on with hose attached.

The hose became detached several times and I narrowly avoided a major mess. Fortunately I had set up shop in the tub/shower. With the first bagful, I lubricated well, then noticed that there was extreme leakage from my butt.

The second bag out, I did not lube, the fit was tight and there was just about no leak. The absence of lubricant made a pretty tight seal. So I did learn a few things with this cheap bag. I'll probably have to place a wire loop around the hose/bag attachment to keep the hose from slipping.There, now I feel beter. Oh, and I didn't flich when a female clerk checked me out. In fact, I smiled.

The commercial gear for sale has gone down (pun intended) in quality exponentially in just the past five years or so. I think the proliferation of bottle douches has knocked the bottom out (pun intended) of the douche bag market. Those net "travel" bags have all but disappeared. There are more of the knee squeeze douche bags, which I find "sexy" but they are not good enema kit.

Hold your water, people!

Those Walgreens bags suck bigtime. I replace mine every few months just to avoid mildew and the last two have had a hose so stiff, I can hardly get any flow out of it because of the folds. The last time, I ran hot water through it and it softened, but as soon as I put regular water at a normal temperature, the thing stiffened up again.

Another thing is the douche nozzles have a lot of flashing and a nasty seam. You just about have to take a razor blade to them to carve that stuff off just to keep from causing a bad cut in those delicate places. That company, Faultless (I think), just seems to be half-assing their product. They not only have sloppy molds, but their batch plastic/rubber is inconsistent and not designed for the temperatures in which the bags are used.

Not good.

Maybe the price of those custom made nozzles isn't so bad after all, eh?

The Cave Man

P.S. Why would you post this in the photo section? I expected to see some pictures.

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Those Walgreens bags suck bigtime. I replace mine every few months just to avoid mildew and the last two have had a hose so stiff, I can hardly get any flow out of it because of the folds. The last time, I ran hot water through it and it softened, but as soon as I put regular water at a normal temperature, the thing stiffened up again.

Another thing is the douche nozzles have a lot of flashing and a nasty seam. You just about have to take a razor blade to them to carve that stuff off just to keep from causing a bad cut in those delicate places. That company, Faultless (I think), just seems to be half-assing their product. They not only have sloppy molds, but their batch plastic/rubber is inconsistent and not designed for the temperatures in which the bags are used.

Not good.

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And, you did not take the time to provide customer feedback? Sometimes they listen. I usually look for an 800 number or something. Phrases like: "If this is an example of your best work, I will note that when I making additional purchases in the future and buy from your competitors rather than you. Even call the manager of the store on the carpet and let him/her know that if this is an example of what they are offering, perhaps there are other things in their store that you should avoid.

Just my reactions. Its a rare day I won't send something back to the kitchen if its not prepared to my liking.

R

I don't complain because I don't want it somehow traced back to me. Just my paranoia, I guess.

OK, I'm kind of new here and my enemas are pretty small but I understand the problem. I didn't want a water bottle kit because I was worried about bacteria. I got the one linked here. It really works for me.

http://www.americarx.com/Products/5290.html

It's like only 2 quarts, but that's all I need and it's just great for a wine enema.

The generic equipment that is sold in drug and chain stores

now, is poor quality, mainly because it is mass produced in

foreign countries with very poor materials.

When the U.S. had the rubber companies in Ohio and other

states, there was better quality control; and businesses

took pride in what they made. That is why there are still

a lot of old nozzles and equipment around. The cheaply made

things of today won't be around for a next generation to enjoy.

If you want quality, check out some of the better equipment

from Klystra and other online sources.

Dan

I have a Walgreen's closed top as well, however, I tend to keep all the nozzles and tubing from the bags that has exceeded their service life.So like most of U too,(I am guessing) I mix and match to achieve my GOAL.Small wire ties work wonderful to keep hoses attached to the fittings. The newer douche nozzles go out the door with the box.

Well I had purchased one of the combo syringe bags back when I first started experimenting. My main problem was leakage from the connection on the bag.

Today its best to buy better quailty water bottle sets on the internet or better still check out Ebay for some realy good vintage unused boxed sets as I have done. You will be amazed what is still being offered on a daily basis...well worth checking this out!

I've wanted to get one of these sets but it's not something that i really want "around" so to speak. i've always been concerned that someone would come across it so i've always used the disposable type. i am probably really missing out ;(

Yes, misterman, you are really missing out if you're sticking to the cheap Fleet enemas you purchase at Walgreens, CVS, or wherever. Those things (the Fleets) are nothing but therapeutic, and provide very little in the way of enjoyment, satisfaction and stimulation for someone who enjoys enemas. At the very least, go for a combination Douche/enema kit you can purchase at your local drugstore, and experiment from there. With these kits, I find the douche nozzle more enjoyable than the small enema tip that comes in the kit, simply because it is larger, and pretty much stays in by itself. You may want to experiment later by adding fancier retention type nozzles, which really enhance the enema experience. Surely, you can find a place to keep your "toys" where other people won't find find them........and if they do, so be it. My wife's not into enemas, but she knows my bag is in my bottom dresser drawer. No problem.

I have to agree with healthymale here. So you take an occasional enema (or maybe even more often than that), so what? It's not the worst thing in the world. It's a known fact that people snoop in medicine cabinets and linen closets. I've been tempted to "mine" mine with some eye-popping goodies, but I've never quite dared to.

My enema bag (with double balloon retention catheter) hangs on the back of my bathroom door. When family or friends come over and shut the bathroom door, they are bound to see it because my bathroom is the size of a postage stamp. So they know I take an enema. If they're shocked they don't say so, in fact they don't say anything. I bet they'd be shocked if they knew I used that set-up for administering more than I do for receiving. Even then, I'm a grown adult, it's my body, it's my house and as long as I'm not hurting myself or anyone else, I can do as I please. I hope they all get over it.

Feeling a little rebellious today!

LadyDoc

E-Bay is great, but I used to bid on lots of vintage equipment and would get carried away in the process and could spend $300 for a 50's Davol Petal open top. I stopped doing that when I had so much vintage stuff I didn't know how I could use it all.

But I'm STILL looking for a Davol Travelfold or BFG Sojurn.

Jim

If you really value the experience then buy at medical supply stores. Their quality will ensure long lasting pleasures. Forget that cheap junk except for travel and throw-away.

LadyDoc, you said it so very well. Stop worrying about what others think and have fun... That big dirt nap is on the horizon so enjoy what in life makes YOU happy.

OOPS, Gotta go here comes the nurse with my phsyco meds. Why cant they be suppositories 😉 ?

I purchased a bag from either CVS/Walgreens/Rite-Aid before and on its second use the nozzle (both the douche nozzle and enema nozzle) was not able to be properly screwed onto the tubing. This of course cause a lot of leaking and finally I got fed up with it and threw the kit out. Luckily, the next one I bought has been working fine since.

I wish there was a way for me to get better quality enema equipment but unfortunately I have no way to order on-line.

Have a look at the Beth Tyler eshop you found the link here under and the phone too

http://www.bethtyler.net/index.html

To Order By Phone with a Credit Card: 941-474-1397

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To Order With Check or Money Order:

2828 S McCall Rd-32 #15 Englewood, FL 34224

Don't forget to add $9.00 Priority Mail Shipping.

If the hose-to-bag adapter leaks, one possibility is teflon tape. Inexpensive, available at hardware stores and home centers (plumbing section). Wrap some around the threads on the adapter, press into threads with fingers, and give it a try. Works for me.

Hello!

Like Ladydocisin my bag, Higginson syringe and Depezer nozzle combination hangs on a hook with my dressing gown behind the bathroom door. Friends who sit on the loo have a direct view. I don't see why I can't hang it there as cleansing is an essential part of my life. Its my bathroom and that's where I use it. So many people say to me "you look so well" and it can't just be the miles I walk across the hills!

My first 4 litre bag came from Kristina Amelong and did not last. I now have a bag from Shopholistic here in the UK and despite regular (daily) use it appears to be lasting well. Shopholistic are a small organisation in Wales and I'm sure Debbie would welcome your support. Thanks