Don't like Fleet Enemas

They burn. They're low volume. Regardless of your goal, you're likely to be disappointed. Much better the good old fashioned good bag and good old fashioned soapy water. We do keep a couple in the glove box for car ride attitude problems... have pulled over and administered one (just a couple of times with ample provocation) 30 to 45 minutes from home with the promise of a blistering spanking and proper enema upon arrival. They've been very effective attitude adjusters.

I think it is important to clarify that fleet enemas are not for the same purpose -- those are to evacuate the rectum only. Real enemase are much bigger in volume (but not as harsh as fleet enemas which should have some irritating additive to generate the bowel movement).

Actually in many languages there are different words in terminology for this small "enema" and the real enema so that even ordinary people do not mix them up.

Tried one a couple of times for convenience. Biggest issue- they only worked 1/3 of the time, other times I guess the stool was too far in or something? I might not have held them long enough, as they burn and I was concerned about all the warnings about renal damage from phosphate and tissue necrosis, so I let it out somewhere between 7 and 10 minutes after administration.

Don't know if anybody really LIKES them, but they DO have their place among laxatives and enemas and I don't know how you would do what most of us do without them.

The ONLY thing good about Fleets enemas is the feeling of the nozzle going in when your partner slides it into you, and the immediate release of the fluid when they squeeze the bottle. Beyond that, they're absolutely miserable.

I have only given myself one Fleet enema. That was when I was about to have a colonoscopy and wasn't able to finish the liquid laxative the day before and the doctor wanted me to have a Fleet before the procedure to make sure I was clear. Unfortunately the nurse just handed it to me and did not stick around to give it to me.

I would never actually buy a Fleet enema for several reasons. First the nozzle is tiny and I like the feel of my colon tubes. The enema solution is OK but I can easily use a Castile soap or Epson salts for a cleanout type enema.

So no I am not a fan of Fleets.

I have had a grand total of one Fleet enema. And that was enough.

While I did get results from it, it seemed to burn my my butt hole like mad. I have no idea if it was just me or if what I experienced was commonplace. But, I've never used another one. I'll suffer through constipation until I get home and use own trusty bag!

Deb

Debgurl:

I, too, have had only one Fleet enema in my life. After that experience I swore never to do another one. While I do not recall a burning sensation from it, I didn't think it did enough, was not enjoyable, and was relatively expensive. I've said it before, but an enema is not only a physical experience, but an emotional one. A real part of that emotion is the anticipation that comes with getting out and preparing the equipment, whether that is a bag or an enema can. There are some things in life where you need to take your time. My husband insists that a draft of Guinness is that way, but so is sex and a good enema.

From a basic enema standpoint, I agree with many here: I don't like Fleet enemas. They tend to irritate my tender areas (LOL!) though soap, depending on what you use, will do that too. I've come to use Fleet enemas in a couple of ways, though, that have been very satisfactory for me.

1. I keep an empty Fleet Extra enema to use for instances where I have an unanticipated opportunity for anal fun. I'll inject 3 plain water Fleets maybe 2 or 3 times. That does a good job of emptying my rectum and sigmoid and providing a nicely clean place to play. I'll also do this prior to a complete enema cleanout as described below.

2. Over the years and a lot of experimenting, I've developed my enemas recipe of choice:

3 quarts warm water

1 tablespoon each sea salt and baking soda

2 tablespoons Dr. Bonner's; I prefer the lavender variety

the contents of one Fleet enema. Regular size or Extra doesn't matter. Each has the same amount of active ingredient.

There is some cramping involved in this recipe but nothing I can't handle. The cleanout is thorough. I'll usually do 2 or 3. The first enema takes about a half hour to expel. The 2nd and 3rd ones, 15 minutes or less. I'll follow that with a 3 quart rinse of plain water. Adding the Fleet enema does not provide the irritation or burning of a straight Fleet enema.

As a general rule I don't like them very much. They in my opinion are too harsh usually. If I have to have an enema which I also don't care for much I really just want it to be plain warm water.

Mashie

Growing up I my mother never considered a Fleet enema a real enema. I was in my late teens when out of curiosity I tried one. It was not a good experience. Give me the old fashioned red bag or red bulb with multiple insertions.

I don't enjoy fleet enemas but they are better than no enema. Kind of like having a scoop of ice cream when you really want a banana split.

I don't particularly like Fleet enemas, but they have their place. A Fleet Extra is better than nothing when you only have a few minutes - like in the morning before work. From start to finish, the whole procedure takes me about 7 minutes. It only works on stool that is present in the rectum and sigmoid colon, though. It is never going to clean you out. I occasionally use them when traveling, too. One thing that I don't like is the inevitable mucous discharge hours later. You think it is going to be gas, but its not.

The only one I enjoyed was the two mineral oil ones because I had never had one and it was different from the bag ones I got as a kid and was supposed to be held for 30/60 minutes.

From start to finish, the whole procedure takes me about 7 minutes. It only works on stool that is present in the rectum and sigmoid colon, though. It is never going to clean you out. I occasionally use them when traveling, too. One thing that I don't like is the inevitable mucous discharge hours later. You think it is going to be gas, but its not.

For me I have strong doubts they "get" the entire sigmoid, either that or I'm getting stool build-up in the descending.

It would seem that the sodium phosphate enemas are practically loathed by those who appreciate the good old fashioned enemas we grew up with. Count me with that crowd.

I will say that the mineral oil variety are quite practical when one desires an oil enema for constipation. I use them periodically. It beats soiling my bulb syringe with oil.

Of course, I follow up with a good soapy enema and tap water rinse as suggested.

For a quickie and when time is of the essence, they are better than nothing. Not something I would care to make a regular pattern of using.

Steps to insure proper use of saline laxative enemas:

1) Remove plastic bottle from cardboard container

2) Remove safety seal

3) Unscrew cap with nozzle

4) Invert plastic bottle over toilet

5) Pour saline laxative content into toilet

6) Rinse and fill bottle with tapwater

7) Attach cap with nozzle

😎 Remove plastic cover, exposing rectal tip

9) Insert tip into rectum

10) Enjoy, repeat frequently

Grins,

Diane

PS -- What's with the little dude in the shades in place of my numeral 8? I can't get rid of him.

AZDiane,

My only slight modification would be to add between 6 & 7 another rinse with tap water or real saline to get even more of the original content out of the bottle. This is exactly what I did 6 months ago instead of the recommended Fleet enema before a surgery. Once I had the annoying Fleet content out and the tap water in the Fleet bottle and into me, I actually enjoyed it!

Eric

For my purposes they are a real bother. They have been around for a long, long time but I find them just to hyped as a lot of things as a "convenience" and a "time saver".

I am interested in enemas as an erotic physical experience, getting filled to bulging and enjoying the pressure on my prostate (that I used to have) and on my pelvic floor.

When administered by my favorite provider they are used to subjugate me and make me feel in a submissive mode to her. If there is cramping (optional), I feel inferior and used. Fleets offer none of these attributes to me.

I was given fleets til about age 7 or 8. I do the same with my son who is 7. It's really more of a convince and volume thing. If I use the bag - which I do on his sisters - I want to be able to make it at least half full to be effective

Use the other half on me. :-)

Interesting post and I thank all that contributed to it. It is good to hear of others experiences.

I agree with what seems to be the majority not liking Fleet enemas. They do work quick but only for a minor clean out but seem to have "after effects" making return trips to the rest room at sometimes very inconvenient times. I have not experienced the burning sensation, but do agree with not wanting to put what might be considered harsh chemicals into my plumbing. Clean outs with these types of chemicals remind me of Drano used to clean out your house plumbing drains!! lol

So for me, the good old fashion red bag usually with just warm water does the trick just fine. Every once in awhile, I do add some Ivory soap which seems to give you an additional purge effect, but I always rinse out afterwards.

I am a frequent enema user as I believe firmly that cleaning out your system regularly is a healthy thing to do for adults. That and eating a proper diet with plenty of green veggies and fruits should keep you feeling pretty good!! I do like my meats,fish, chicken and sweets though!! Tried the veggie and fruit diet for awhile but BORING!!! Denise

There is no question about the convenience factor with Fleet's or other sodium phosphate enemas. The fine print contains some cautions that should give pause regarding frequent use or for those with other conditions. I've received them in clinical/hospital settings but would much prefer a good old fashioned TWE or SSE.

Denise, and the others, have a good perspective on this topic. Besides, it's pretty tough to really enjoy some shits AND giggles with a Fleet's. Those old fashioned enemas likely trip some triggers for each of us.

A fleet enema has its place concerning medical and convienience purposes. I have given one and received one in my life. A past girlfriend had a twin-pack under her sink, and we used them on each other once.

It was OK, not very erotic, and did sting. The whole process was too quick. It was, however, the ice breaker to introduce the “real thing.”

For me, the most important disadvantage of Fleet Enemas is the fact that in the case of a constipation you will not be able to cleanse your bowels completely.

For me, the most important disadvantage of Fleet Enemas is the fact that in the case of a constipation you will not be able to cleanse your bowels completely.

In most cases of constipation the affected portions are the rectum and the sigmoid, and in most cases the Fleet will reach those.

Not every case, of course, for me single Fleet enemas don't usually do much, but that's me.

I just find the solution, however small, to be extremely irritating to my bowel. Never again.

Eric

Fleet Naturals from a few years back were okay for occasional use (or, more practically, looking good in the medicine cabinet for snooping guests!). But they were no match for a thorough cleanout from a treasured nozzle and willing bag.

I think it's just a sign of the times, where everything has to be quick n easy. The majority of us on this site, know better. Try to buy a bag in any other store other than Walgreens or CVS is next to impossible these days, but just about everyone has the fleets. Even walmart quit carrying bags except online from what I discovered in several states.