MHRA advise that rectal catheters sold for personal use (gas and colic relievers) are NOT to be used in infants

Dear colleagues,

MHRA Rectal catheters sold for personal use (gas and colic relievers): Do not use in infants, including for the treatment of colic, gas-related discomfort or constipation (DSI/2026/008)

Do not use rectal catheters sold for personal use (gas and colic relievers) in infants, including for colic, gas-related discomfort or constipation. Stop using these products immediately and dispose of any unused devices.

Full information can be found in the Device Safety Information published on the MHRA website at the link below.https://www.gov.uk/drug-device-alerts/all-rectal-catheters-gas-and-colic-relievers-do-not-use-in-infants-including-for-the-treatment-of-colic-gas-related-discomfort-or-constipation-dsi-slash-2026-slash-008?cachebust=1787058104