Description:
A nasogastric (NG) feeding tube is a flexible medical device used to deliver nutrition, hydration, and medications directly into the stomach through the nasal passage. It is commonly used for patients unable to eat or swallow but with a functional gastrointestinal system.

Prescription:

• Medical supervision required for insertion and use.

Dosage:

• Administer nutrition, hydration, or medication as prescribed by a healthcare professional.
• Feeding schedules depend on the patient’s needs: continuous, intermittent, or bolus feeding.

Therapeutic Category:

• Medical device for internal feeding.

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Material: Medical-grade polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or silicone for flexibility and durability.
• Features:
  • Graduated markings to ensure accurate placement.
  • Radio-opaque line for visualization during X-ray verification.
  • Side ports to enhance feeding efficiency.

Variant:

• Sizes: 16 Fr (diameter measured in French units) with lengths of 16 inches or 6 inches.
• Available in different lengths and coatings, such as silicon-coated or lubricated variants for ease of insertion.

Consume Type:

• For external medical use only (inserted through the nasal passage into the stomach).

Directions/Usage:

1. Insertion: A healthcare professional inserts the tube through the nasal passage into the stomach while monitoring the patient’s comfort.
2. Placement Verification: Confirm correct placement through pH testing of aspirate or X-ray imaging.
3. Feeding/Medication Administration: Use a syringe or feeding pump to deliver nutrition, medications, or hydration as per the prescribed plan.
4. Maintenance: Flush the tube with sterile water before and after use to maintain patency.
5. Secure: Fix the tube externally with adhesive tape to prevent movement or dislodgment.

Common Side Effects:

• Nasal discomfort or irritation.
• Risk of tube displacement or blockage.
• Mild throat irritation or gag reflex during insertion.
• Aspiration or infection (if improperly placed or managed).

Package Type:

• Sterile single-use feeding tubes, individually sealed in protective pouches.

Storage Advice:

• Store in a clean, dry environment away from sunlight and moisture.
• Maintain sterility until opened for use.

Safety Advice:

• Placement and removal should be performed only by trained healthcare professionals.
• Always verify placement before administering feeds or medications.
• Ensure the patient is in an upright position during feeds to minimize aspiration risk.
• Regularly monitor for blockages, irritation, or signs of infection at the insertion site.
• Replace the tube as per medical guidelines or at the first sign of damage or wear.

Product Substitutes:

• Levin Tube.
• Ryles Tube.
• Other NG feeding tubes from manufacturers like Romsons, Polymed, or Bard.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Romsons, Bard

Country of Origin:

• India, China,  USA.