The Pitfalls of Choosing the Wrong Oral Syringes – And How Our Precision Syringes Are the Perfect Solution

Posted in: Product Knowledge 18th November 2024

When it comes to administering liquid medications, oral syringes are the go-to tool for healthcare professionals, parents, and caregivers alike. However, not all oral syringes are created equal. Choosing the wrong syringe can lead to inaccurate dosing, safety risks, and unnecessary complications, especially when treating children, elderly patients, or those with specific medical needs.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the common pitfalls of selecting the wrong oral syringes and explain how our Precision Oral Syringes solve these problems, offering accuracy, safety, and peace of mind.

 

The Common Pitfalls of Choosing the Wrong Oral Syringes

 

Selecting the wrong oral syringe can cause more harm than good. Here are the key issues that can arise from using substandard or ill-suited syringes:

1. Inaccurate Dosing

One of the most serious consequences of using a poorly designed oral syringe is inaccurate dosing. Many syringes have unclear or poorly marked graduations, making it difficult to measure the exact dose needed. Inaccurate doses can lead to under-medicating or over-medicating, both of which pose significant health risks.

2. Spillage and Mess

Some syringes are prone to leaking or spilling, especially when trying to draw medication from a bottle. This not only wastes medication but also leads to incorrect dosing if part of the liquid is lost. Additionally, spills can be frustrating and stressful, particularly for parents administering medicine to children.

3. Difficult-to-Use Designs

An oral syringe should be easy to use, even for individuals without medical training. Unfortunately, some syringes are overly complicated or uncomfortable to handle, making the process of giving medicine unnecessarily difficult. Poorly designed plungers, awkward grips, and unclear instructions can turn a simple task into a challenge.

4. Confusion with Other Syringes

Another risk is confusing oral syringes with intravenous or enteral syringes. While these syringes are designed for different purposes, some can look similar, which increases the chances of dangerous medication administration errors. Using the wrong syringe can result in the medication being administered incorrectly or through the wrong route.

5. Unreliable Materials

The material used in the construction of a syringe is just as important as its design. Some syringes are made from low-quality plastic, which may degrade over time, warp, or crack after repeated use. Furthermore, unreliable syringes might lose their graduation markings after washing, making it impossible to measure doses accurately.

How Our Precision Oral Syringes Solve These Problems

 

To avoid these pitfalls, you need a reliable and well-designed oral syringe. Our Precision Oral Syringes have been developed with the highest standards in mind, offering solutions to each of the common problems you might face with inferior products.

1. Clear and Accurate Graduations

Our syringes feature clearly marked graduations that are easy to read and designed to withstand repeated use. Whether you’re administering a small dose for an infant or a larger dose for an adult, our syringes ensure precise measurement every time. With our syringes, there's no second-guessing—just the right dose, delivered with confidence.

2. No Spills, No Mess

Each Precision Oral Syringe comes with a bung, which fits securely into medicine bottles and prevents spills when drawing medication. This drip-free design ensures that every milliliter of medication is accounted for, eliminating waste and the risk of dosage errors due to spills. Say goodbye to messy countertops and wasted medication!

3. User-Friendly Design

Our syringes are designed with ease of use in mind. They include a pictorial instruction booklet, making it simple for anyone—whether a healthcare professional or a parent—to use them correctly. The plunger design ensures that the entire dose is delivered with no medication left behind in the syringe. This means peace of mind for parents giving medicine to children or caregivers working with elderly patients.

4. Purple-Coloured Barrel for Safety

To prevent dangerous mix-ups, our Precision Oral Syringes come with a purple-coloured barrel, as recommended by the National Patient Safety Agency (N.P.S.A.). This makes them easily distinguishable from intravenous or enteral syringes, helping to avoid medication administration errors that could otherwise lead to serious complications.

5. Durable and Reusable

Unlike cheaper syringes that degrade after just a few uses, our Precision Oral Syringes are made from high-quality materials that are both washable and reusable. The markings won’t rub off, even after repeated washes, and the syringes are dishwasher safe, making them ideal for long-term use in homes, hospitals, and pharmacies.

6. Latex-Free and CE Marked

For those with latex allergies, you can rest assured that our syringes are completely latex-free. Additionally, they are CE marked, which guarantees they meet European health, safety, and environmental protection standards. These certifications are critical for ensuring that you are using a syringe that has been rigorously tested and approved for medical use.

7. Customisable to Your Needs

Every medical practice is different, which is why our syringes are fully customisable. Whether you need specific graduation scales, different colours, or unique design elements, we can tailor the syringes to meet your needs. Contact us today to learn more about how we can personalize our oral syringes for your specific requirements.

8. 100% Recyclable

Our Precision Oral Syringes are also 100% recyclable, making them a more sustainable option for those looking to reduce waste in healthcare settings. You can have peace of mind knowing that once they are no longer in use, they can be recycled responsibly.

 

Don’t Settle for the Wrong Oral Syringe, Trust Precision

 

Choosing the wrong oral syringe can lead to a host of problems, from inaccurate dosing to safety risks and frustration. With so much at stake—especially when administering medication to vulnerable populations like children and the elderly—it’s critical to select a syringe that prioritizes accuracy, ease of use, and safety.

Our Precision Oral Syringes are the solution to these common pitfalls. With features like clear graduations, drip-free dispensing, a user-friendly design, and high-quality, durable materials, they are the top choice for medical professionals and caregivers alike.

Don’t take chances with your patients or loved ones—choose a syringe that guarantees precision and safety. Contact us today to learn more about our range of oral syringes and how they can be customized to meet your unique needs.