Thursday, August 29, 2013

Where Can I Buy Devrom?




Although it is not very well known by some standards, Devrom is widely used and can be purchased at some pharmacies and surgical supply stores.  Also, you can buy Devrom directly from Parthenon by going online or calling toll free 1-800-453-8898

From Texas to Maine and Florida to Washington, Devrom can be shipped within a day to your doorstep via FedEx for almost the same price that you would be charged in the pharmacy.
 
Devrom® (internal deodorant) is an effective deodorizer of intestinal gas. It is an easy and innexpensive remedy for flatulence odorDevrom® is approved by the FDA  and does not require a prescription. Each dose contains 200mg bismuth subgallate (active ingredient). Devrom® is available without a prescription.  So don't blame your dog, just take Devrom!

Monday, August 12, 2013

Ostomy Self Help Tool For Coloplast Ostomy Products

 Coloplast BodyCheck Tool Video



This video made by Coloplast is a great introduction to a self help tool on their website called BodyCheck.  It helps you choose an appliance based on your unique body shape and stoma placement. Learn more about Coloplast ostomy product line and what product will best fit YOU!  Also, learn more about Coloplast's great new ostomy accessories such as brava moldable rings and brava elastic barrier strips

Friday, August 9, 2013

Ostomy Lifestyle Tips in Nutrition, Gas, and Diarrhea

  • Eat a diet that includes plenty of fruits/veggies, nuts/grains, smaller meat portion, and water.
  • Chew your food thoroughly
  • Unless instructed otherwise, drink fluids to stay hydrated throughout the day.
  • If you want to try a new food, introduce it slowly to confirm that it will agree with your GI system.
  • Flatulence odor producing foods include: asparagus, cabbage, eggs, fish, garlic, onions, brussel sprouts, and cauliflower.
  • Gas producing foods are the same lot and also include beer and carbonated beverages.
  • In case you need to thicken your stool, you can go for bananas, yogurt, applesauce and cheese.
  • Address diarrhea quickly as it can cause dehydration. And don't irrigate your colostomy until the diarrhea ceases.
Parthenon

New Ostomy Product for Drainable Ostomy Pouches

If you have a drainable ostomy pouch and have a hard time empyting it, we have a product for you!  The product is called OPODD or One Pass Ostomy Draining Device and the company is out of Canada.  Manufactured in Canada with high-quality stainless steel components and long-lasting nylon rollers. This medical device is a dual roller, hinged device which includes a locking mechanism at one end that allows the Ostomate to secure the dual rollers totally across the width of the pouch. This combined hinged and locking system permits the dual rollers to pass over the entire pouch with ease and removes practically all of the contents in one pass.  The device is only eight inches long and takes up less space than two ball point pens and can easily be carried in a pocket or purse.