How does the MiniONE® device work?

  • The MiniONE® is a low profile gastrostomy tube, also known as a G-Tube.
  • A G-Tube, like the MiniONE®, is recommended for people who cannot eat by mouth or cannot eat enough to grow and develop as expected.
  • The G-Tube is placed through the belly, or abdominal wall, in order to deliver nutrition (food) directly into the stomach. Liquid nutrition, called formula, flows through the device into your belly!
  • The phrase “low profile” refers to the external portion of the device, often called the bolster, being very flat or flush against the skin. Low profile G-Tubes, like the MiniONE®, are sometimes called a button.

What is included in the MiniONE® Balloon Button device kit?

  • MiniONE® Legacy Kit Contents
    • MiniONE® Balloon Button
    • 8-1211 (12” straight connector with bolus adapter)
    • 8-1255 (12” right angle connector with y-port adapter)
    • 5 ml slip tip syringe (included in 12F – 14F devices only)
    • 10 ml slip tip syringe (included in 16F – 24F devices only)
    • 35 ml syringe
    • Introducer Stiffener (only available in 12F – 18F devices)
    • Lubricating jelly
  • MiniONE® ENFit® Kit Contents
    • MiniONE® Balloon Button
    • 8-1211-ISOSAF (12” straight connector with ENFit® single adapter)
    • 8-1255-ISOSAF (12” right angle connector with ENFit® y-port adapter)
    • 5 ml slip tip syringe (included in 12F – 14F devices only)
    • 10 ml slip tip syringe (included in 16F – 24F devices only)
    • 35 ml ENFit® syringe
    • Introducer Stiffener (only available in 12F – 18F devices)
    • Lubricating jelly

How do I give food into the MiniONE® Button using a feeding pump?

  • Be sure to check out the Quick Care™ section for all of our great educational videos about the MiniONE®.
  • Feed in an upright position and remain upright for at least 30 minutes after feeding is complete.
  • WARNING: This device has the potential to misconnect with small bore connectors of other healthcare applications. Only use this device to connect to compatible enteral devices. Do not use for non-enteral applications.
  1. Gather the following supplies: Formula, feeding bag, feed set, irrigating syringe, enteral feeding pump, water for flushing the tube, and a place to hang/mount your feeding bag (such as an IV pole). The equipment that you need will vary depending on the feeding method prescribed by your health care provider. For example, when delivering food with an enteral feeding pump, you may want to mount your pump on an IV pole or carry your pump in a back-pack.
  2. Wash your hands with soap and water. Rinse and dry them well.
  3. Shake the formula and wipe the top of the container with a clean, damp towel before opening. If you do not use all of the formula, cover the open container, record the date and time, and store it in the refrigerator. Throw away formula that is more than 24 hours old. Do not mix new formula with old formula. There is always a chance it will spoil.
  4. Prime the tubing: Attach the feeding bag tubing to the feed set and clamp one or both tubes. Pour the prescribed amount of formula into the feeding bag, carefully squeeze the air out of the bag and close it. To prime the tubing, you can either: 1. unclamp the tubing and allow the formula/liquid to flow through to the end of the tubing or 2. attach the feeding bag tubing to the feeding pump and follow the manufacturer’s directions. Be sure to close the pinch clamp when priming is complete. If you chose to prime the tubing using Option 1, you will need to attach the feeding bag tubing to the feeding pump at this time. Priming the feeding sets removes air from the tubing and prevents it from being pumped into the stomach.
  5. Once the feeding bag tubing/feed set is primed, connect the AMT feed set to the Glow Green™ port on the MiniONE®. To connect the feed set to the button, line up the black line on the feed set connector with the black line on the button feeding port. Press the feed set connector into the button. Turn 3/4 to the right (clockwise) to lock the feeding set in place.
    • WARNING: Only tighten feed sets by hand. Never use excessive force or a tool to tighten a connector that twists. Twisting too hard can lead to cracking, leaking, or other problems.
    • WARNING: Be sure the feed set is connected to the MiniONE® only and NOT to an IV set.
    • WARNING: If the feed set is not properly put into the MiniONE® and locked into place, there might be leaking from the tube. When twisting the connector into place, hold the MiniONE® Button firmly so the button does not twist around. Never put the feed set connector into a Balloon Fill Port; this may cause the internal balloon to lose the water and deflate. Refer to MiniONE® Directions for Use for additional information.
  6. To begin feeding: Be sure the feeding bag is mounted in a safe location (such as on an IV pole). Follow the manufacturer’s directions to set the pump rate, unclamp the feed/feeding set, and then begin feeding. Be sure to place your feeding pump in a location that is easy for you to access and allows for proper delivery of the enteral nutrition. Food/nutrition should be administered as prescribed by your healthcare team.
    • There are several different ways in which food can be delivered using an enteral feeding pump. Two common methods are continuous feeding (consistent delivery of nutrition over a 24-hour period) and intermittent feeding (nutrition is delivered every 4-6 hours).
    • You can adjust the settings on your enteral feeding pump to accommodate the feeding schedule your healthcare team has prescribed.
    • While feeding, you can secure the feed set to the belly with an AMT CINCH®. This will help keep the feed set in place and prevent too much movement or tension around the stoma site.
  7. When feeding is complete, clamp off all extension tubing. Disconnect the feed set from the feeding bag tubing. Do not disconnect the feed set from your MiniONE®.
  8. With the feed set still attached to the MiniONE®, use a syringe to flush water through the feed set and the device (5-10 ml for children, 10-20ml for adults, or amount recommended by your healthcare provider). Close the clamp on the feed set (to prevent leaking) and disconnect the feed set from the MiniONE®. To remove the feed set, hold the button in place and twist the feeding connector a 3/4 turn to the left (counterclockwise) until the black line on the feed set is lined up with the black line on the button. When the black markers are aligned, gently remove the feed set from the button. Be sure to close the safety strap to keep the inside of the button clean.
  9. The feed set should be washed with soap and water and rinsed well. Hang the feed set so that both ends are down; for example, over the side of a dish rack. Once the feed set is completely dry, you can store it in a clean, air-tight container. Never use a dishwasher for cleaning the feeding set.

How do I give food into the MiniONE® Button using a syringe (bolus, gravity)?

  • Be sure to check out the Quick Care™ section for all of our great educational videos about the MiniONE®.
  • Feed in an upright position and remain upright for at least 30 minutes after feeding is complete.
  • WARNING: This device has the potential to misconnect with small bore connectors of other healthcare applications. Only use this device to connect to compatible enteral devices. Do not use for non-enteral applications.
  1. Gather the following supplies: Formula, clean container for measuring/holding the formula, large syringe (e.g. 60 ml catheter tip or oral tip syringe), feed set, irrigating syringe, and water for flushing the tube. The equipment that you need will vary depending on the feeding method prescribed by your health care provider.
  2. Wash your hands with soap and water. Rinse and dry them well.
  3. Shake the formula and wipe the top of the container with a clean, damp towel before opening. Pour the amount of formula prescribed for one feed into a clean container (for example, you could use a measuring cup). If you do not use all of the formula, cover the open container, record the date and time, and store it in the refrigerator. Throw away formula that is more than 24 hours old. Do not mix new formula with old formula. There is always a chance it will spoil.
  4. Prime the tubing: Clamp the feed set. Remove the plunger from the large syringe and attach the syringe to the feed set. Pour 10-15 ml of formula or water into the syringe, unclamp the feed set, and allow the formula to flow through the feed set until it reaches the end. Then, clamp the feed set and disconnect the syringe.
    • You can prime the tubing with formula or water.
  5. Connect the primed AMT feed set to the Glow Green™ port on the MiniONE®. To connect the feed set to the button, line up the black line on the feed set connector with the black line on the button feeding port. Press the feed set connector into the button. Turn 3/4 to the right (clockwise) to lock the feeding set in place.
    • WARNING: Only tighten feed sets by hand. Never use excessive force or a tool to tighten a connector that twists. Twisting too hard can lead to cracking, leaking, or other problems.
    • WARNING: Be sure the feed set is connected to the MiniONE® only and NOT to an IV set.
    • WARNING: If the feed set is not properly put into the MiniONE® and locked into place, there might be leaking from the tube. When twisting the connector into place, hold the MiniONE® Button firmly so the button does not twist around. Never put the feed set connector into a Balloon Fill Port; this may cause the internal balloon to lose the water and deflate. Refer to MiniONE® Directions for Use for additional information.
  6. To begin feeding:
    • Syringe Feed, Gravity Method: With the plunger still removed from the syringe, attach the syringe to the feed set. Then, slowly pour the prescribed amount of formula into the syringe. Unclamp the feed set and allow the formula to slowly flow into the stomach. Keep the syringe filled with formula to prevent air from entering the stomach, which could cause discomfort. To adjust the flow rate, raise or lower the syringe in relation to the stomach.
    • Syringe Feed, Push Method: Fill a large syringe with formula by pulling back on the plunger to draw the formula into the syringe. Attached the syringe to the primed feed set. Unclamp the feed set and slowly push the formula into the stomach until you empty the syringe. Clamp the feed set and disconnect the syringe. Repeat these steps until you give the prescribed amount of formula for one feeding.
    • While feeding, you can secure the feed set to the belly with an AMT CINCH®. This will help keep the feed set in place and prevent too much movement or tension around the stoma site.
  7. When the feeding is complete, clamp off all extension tubing and disconnect the feed set from the syringe. Do not disconnect the feed set from the MiniONE®.
  8. With the feed set still attached to the MiniONE®, use a syringe to flush water through the feed set and the device (5-10 ml for children, 10-20ml for adults, or amount recommended by your healthcare provider). Close the clamp on the feed set (to prevent leaking) and disconnect the feed set from the MiniONE®. To remove the feed set, hold the button in place and twist the feeding connector a 3/4 turn to the left (counterclockwise) until the black line on the feed set is lined up with the black line on the button. When the black markers are aligned, gently remove the feed set from the button. Be sure to close the safety strap to keep the inside of the button clean.
  9. The feed set should be washed with soap and water and rinsed well. Hang the feed set so that both ends are down; for example, over the side of a dish rack. Once the feed set is completely dry, you can store it in a clean, air-tight container. Never use a dishwasher for cleaning the feeding set.

How do I give food into the MiniONE® using a gravity drip bag (bolus)?

  • Be sure to check out the Quick Care™ section for all of our great educational videos about the MiniONE®.
  • Feed in an upright position and remain upright for at least 30 minutes after feeding is complete.
  • WARNING: This device has the potential to misconnect with small bore connectors of other healthcare applications. Only use this device to connect to compatible enteral devices. Do not use for non-enteral applications.
  1. Gather the following supplies: Formula, clean container for measuring/holding the formula, gravity feeding bag, feed set, irrigating syringe, water for flushing the tube, and a place to hang/mount your gravity bag (for example, an IV pole). The equipment that you need will vary depending on the feeding method prescribed by your health care provider.
  2. Wash your hands with soap and water. Rinse and dry them well.
  3. Shake the formula and wipe the top of the container with a clean, damp towel before opening. Pour the amount of formula prescribed for one feed into a clean container (for example, you could use a measuring cup). If you do not use all of the formula, cover the open container, record the date and time, and store it in the refrigerator. Throw away formula that is more than 24 hours old. Do not mix new formula with old formula. There is always a chance it will spoil.
  4. Prime the tubing: Attach the gravity bag tubing to the feed set and clamp one or both tubes. Pour the prescribed amount of formula into the feeding bag, carefully squeeze the air out of the bag and close it. Hang the gravity feeding bag in a secure location, such as on an IV pole. To prime the tubing, unclamp the feed set and slowly open the roller clamp on the gravity bag tubing. Allow the formula to flow until it reaches the end of the feed set. Close the pinch clamp when priming is complete. Priming the feeding sets removes air from the tubing and prevents it from being pumped into the stomach.
  5. Connect the primed AMT feed set to the Glow Green™ port on the MiniONE®. To connect the feed set to the button, line up the black line on the feed set connector with the black line on the button feeding port. Press the feed set connector into the button. Turn 3/4 to the right (clockwise) to lock the feeding set in place.
  6. To begin feeding: Unclamp the feed set and allow the formula to slowly flow into the stomach. You can control the feeding rate by adjusting the roller clamp. Open the roller clamp to increase the rate of feeding; close the roller clamp to decrease/slow the rate of feeding.
  7. When feeding is complete, clamp off all extension tubing. Disconnect the feed set from the gravity bag tubing. Do not disconnect the feed set from your MiniONE®.
  8. With the feed set still attached to the MiniONE®, use a syringe to flush water through the feed set and the device (5-10 ml for children, 10-20ml for adults, or amount recommended by your healthcare provider). Close the clamp on the feed set (to prevent leaking) and disconnect the feed set from the MiniONE®. To remove the feed set, hold the button in place and twist the feeding connector a 3/4 turn to the left (counterclockwise) until the black line on the feed set is lined up with the black line on the button. When the black markers are aligned, gently remove the feed set from the button. Be sure to close the safety strap to keep the inside of the button clean.
  9. The feed set should be washed with soap and water and rinsed well. Hang the feed set so that both ends are down; for example, over the side of a dish rack. Once the feed set is completely dry, you can store it in a clean, air-tight container. Never use a dishwasher for cleaning the feeding set.

How do I give medicine into the MiniONE® Button?

  • Always, check and see if you have received the correct form of medication. Medications can be given through the MiniONE® Balloon Button in liquid form. If a prescribed medication is only available as a tablet or capsule, check with a pharmacist or doctor to see if it is safe to crush the medicine. If safe, medication should be crushed as fine as possible (into powder form) and dissolved into water before administering through the device.
  • WARNING: NEVER crush enteric coated medications and NEVER mix medications with feeding formula, unless directed by your physician.
  • Medications should be given through the med-port of your y-port extension set (if you are unsure which port is the med-port, please note that the med-port is smaller than the feed port and labeled as “MED”). Flush with water after giving medications (5-10 ml for children, 10-20 ml for adults, or with an amount recommended by your healthcare provider).
  • To more easily administer medications, AMT offers a 2” bolus medication set with straight connector (order# 8-0211) as well as a 2” y-port medication set with straight connector (order# 8-0212).
  • Medicine may also be given into the MiniONE®’s Glow Green™ interlock using the slip tip syringe that comes in the G-Tube kit.
    • Mix the medicine with a little water and drawback the mixture into the slip tip syringe (only do this if your doctor/pharmacist has told you it is safe to water down the medicine).
    • Put the syringe right into the MiniONE® Glow Green™ interlock (feeding port).
    • When you are done giving the medication, flush the port water (5-10 ml for children, 10-20ml for adults, or amount recommended by your healthcare provider).

There is leaking around the MiniONE® Button; what should I do?

There are many reasons why the MiniONE® might leak. Some of the most common reasons include:

  • Low Water Level in the Balloon. Make sure the balloon is filled with the right amount of water (resistance should be felt when gently pulling on the tube.)
    • NOTE: The recommended amount of water for the balloon is printed on top of the fill valve. If you have questions, contact your healthcare provider.
  • Incorrectly Sized Device. If the MiniONE® feels too tight or too loose, make sure that the French size and stoma length match what is prescribed by your healthcare provider. If the wrong device is in place, contact your provider. Refer to the FAQ, “The MiniONE® Button feels loose/tight against the skin; what should I do?” for more information.
    It is important to have your stoma site re-measured on a regular basis, especially if you are still growing or have lost/gained weight recently. Changes to your body may impact the size of the device you need. If you are not experiencing changes to your body, the stoma site should still be measured every 6-12 months for optimal device performance.
  • Newly Placed G-Tubes. For new placements, it may take time for the stoma tract to naturally heal and firm up around the tube and the balloon. If leakage continues, contact your healthcare provider.
  • Stomach Residuals and/or Gas. Your healthcare provider may recommend decompressing or “venting” the stomach (letting the air or liquid out) before or after feeding to help reduce pressure inside the stomach. Too much pressure in the stomach can lead to bloating and discomfort. Decompression can be performed if there is a need to check for residuals (the gastric fluid and formula left within the stomach between feeds), or if you/your patient tends to hold air in the stomach during feeding. Refer to the FAQ, “How do I decompress/vent the MiniONE®?” for more information.

I think the balloon broke; what should I do?

  • A balloon may leak or lose water over time due to medicines, stomach acid, G-Tube care, or natural wear.
  • ALWAYS have a stoma plug or a spare G-Tube available in case the balloon on the MiniONE® breaks. Your back-up device should match the same size/length as your current MiniONE® device. By inserting your spare stoma plug/G-Tube into the stoma, you will help to keep the stoma tract from closing. Follow the Directions for Use and your healthcare provider training to properly place the G-Tube in the stoma.
    • Inserting a device that is too long or too short into your stoma site is not recommended.

The balloon will not deflate; what should I do?

  • Clean the balloon port with a cotton swab to make sure formula/medication or anything else is not blocking the balloon port. Place a slip tip syringe into the balloon port, push and twist one-quarter turn. If the balloon still will not deflate, please contact our Enteral Product Specialists by calling 800-869-7382. If the problem continues, call your healthcare provider.

When should I change the MiniONE® Button?

  • The MiniONE® Balloon Button should be changed at least every 3 months, or as often as suggested by your healthcare provider. Proactively changing the tube every 3 months will help prevent unexpected problems. Each tube will last a different amount of time depending on the patient. The typical longevity of a MiniONE® Button is about 1-9 months.

How do I replace the MiniONE® Balloon Button?

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  • Be sure to check out the Quick Care™ section for all of our great educational videos about the MiniONE®.
  • CAUTION: BEFORE CHANGING THE G-TUBE, PLEASE CHECK EVERYTHING IN THE KIT FOR ANY BROKEN PARTS. IF THE PACKAGE LOOKS LIKE IT IS BROKEN OR OPEN, DO NOT USE THE G-TUBE.
  1. Be sure you have the correct MiniONE® Button size. Verify that the French size and stoma length of the replacement device match what is prescribed by your physician.
    • NOTE: When changing the G-Tube, the stoma length should be re-measured every 6-12 months to be sure the correct MiniONE® Button length is being used. If patient size/weight has changed since the G-Tube was placed, if the fit is too tight or too loose, or if it has been over six months since the stoma length was last measured, you should speak with your healthcare provider about possibly having the stoma length re-measured.
  2. Prior to placing the MiniONE® Button, inflate the balloon to the recommended fill volume using distilled or sterile water (Table 1). To do this, insert a pre-filled Luer slip syringe into the balloon fill port and press on the syringe plunger (Fig. 1). The recommended fill volume is printed on the balloon fill port of the device. Remove the syringe and inspect the balloon by gently squeezing the balloon to check for leaks. Visually inspect the balloon to verify symmetry. Reinsert the syringe into the balloon fill valve and remove all of the water from the balloon.
  3. Apply a water soluble lubricant to the tip of the MiniONE® device (you can use the packet of lubricating jelly that is included with the MiniONE® device kit). DO NOT USE mineral oil or any creams with petroleum jelly. If you need to stiffen the G-Tube, you can insert the blue stiffener into the Glow Green™ feed port prior to inserting the device into the stoma (Fig. 2).
    • NOTE: The blue stiffener is included with 12F – 18F MiniONE® G-Tubes, it DOES NOT COME with the 20F – 24F MiniONE® G-Tubes.
  4. Gently press the tip of the MiniONE® through the stoma and into the stomach until the outside of the tube is flat against the skin.
  5. Remove the blue stiffener (if used in step 3).
  6. Fill a Luer slip syringe with the correct volume of water. Insert the syringe into the balloon fill port of the MiniONE® and inflate the balloon to the recommended fill volume (see Table 1). The recommended fill volume is printed on the balloon fill port of the MiniONE®.
  7. Gently pull on the G-Tube and check for signs of gastric leaking.
  • NOTE: If the MiniONE® feels too loose/too tight, or if there is leakage at the stoma site, refer to the FAQ, “The MiniONE® Balloon Button feels loose/tight against the skin; what should I do?” for more information.

The feed set disconnected from the MiniONE®; what should I do?

  • Immediately stop the feeding, clamp off all extension tubing, and thoroughly clean the MiniONE® feed port and the feed set connector with soap and water. CLEAN THE INSIDE OF THE FEED SET AND THE DEVICE FEEDING PORT WITH A CLEAN COTTON SWAB AND SOAP AND WATER. Dry the connector and reconnect the feed set. You may want to add a small amount of extra formula to make up for what was lost before you continue to feed.

The MiniONE® Balloon Button feels loose/tight against the skin; what should I do?

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  • If the MiniONE® feels too loose or too tight, one option is to adjust the volume of water in the balloon (always consult a healthcare professional before adjusting the volume of water in the balloon). Table 1 shows the minimum, recommended, and maximum volume of water for each French size of the MiniONE®.
  • Be sure to check the current balloon volume before making any adjustments. To do this, insert an empty slip tip syringe into the MiniONE® balloon fill valve and pull back on the plunger (Fig. 1). Be sure to keep one hand on the device so it stays in place. Use the volume indicators on the syringe to determine how much water you just removed from the balloon and replace it with new water. If you do not have access to fresh water, you can re-fill the balloon with the water that is currently in the syringe. Compare the amount of water you removed from the MiniONE® to Table 1. If the MiniONE® fit is too loose, increase the amount of water in the balloon, but stay within the recommended amounts listed in Table 1. One option is to add an additional 0.5 ml of water to the balloon and see if that improves the fit. For example, you can fill the balloon with 3.0 ml of water instead of 2.5 ml of water. If the MiniONE® fits too tight, decrease the amount of water in the balloon, but stay within the recommended amounts listed in Table 1. One option is to reduce the water volume by 0.5 ml and see if that helps. For example, you could fill the balloon with 2.0 ml of water instead of 2.5 ml.
  • If the MiniONE® does not properly fit, even though you increased or decreased the volume of water in the balloon, the stoma may need to be re-measured for a longer or shorter MiniONE® G-Tube.
  • The MiniONE® should be able to turn easily without rubbing the patient’s skin. If the MiniONE® does not turn easily or if there is redness/bleeding at or around the stoma, call your healthcare provider. The stoma may need to be re-measured for a longer MiniONE®
  • Each time the tube is changed, the stoma length should first be measured with the AMT Balloon Stoma Measuring Device (BSMD).
  • NOTE: The MiniONE® should be able to move a little from side-to-side without too much force from the patient’s skin. If the MiniONE® does not move or, if you see redness/bleeding at the stoma or the area directly underneath the MiniONE®, call your provider. The stoma may need to be re-measured for a longer MiniONE®.

The MiniONE® Button dislodged (came out); what should I do?

  • Although the MiniONE® is designed to reduce the risk of a pull out, the device may accidentally be dislodged (pulled out) from the stoma.
  • If your healthcare provider has taught you how to put the G-Tube back into the stoma, you can re-insert the MiniONE® right away. If you are not able to re-insert the MiniONE®, call your healthcare provider because the stoma may begin to close within the first hour that the G-Tube is out.
  • ALWAYS have a stoma plug or a spare G-Tube available in case the balloon on the MiniONE® breaks. Your back-up device should match the same size/length as your current MiniONE® device. By inserting your spare stoma plug/G-Tube into the stoma, you will help to keep the stoma tract from closing. Follow the Directions for Use and your healthcare provider training to properly place the G-Tube in the stoma.
    • Inserting a device that is too long or too short into your stoma site is not recommended.

I think the MiniONE® Button has a clog; what should I do?

  1. Make sure that the feeding tube is not kinked or clamped off.
  2. Fill a catheter tip syringe with warm water (always use a 30 ml – 60 ml syringe). Insert the tip of the syringe into the purple adapter of the feed set. Gently push warm water through the feed set until all of the air is removed from the tubing. Close the pinch clamp on the feed set and then attach the connector to the MiniONE® device.
    • CAUTION: Do not use a syringe less than 30 ml as smaller syringes (such as 10 ml) can create high pressure very quickly and may negatively impact the device.
  3. Release the pinch clamp and gently push and pull on the syringe plunger to free the clog. It may take several cycles of pushing/pulling the plunger to clear the clog.
  4. If you are unable to remove the clog, repeat steps #1-3 with a new solution of warm water. Pushing and pulling on the syringe plunger will likely break up the clog.
  5. If the clog cannot be removed, contact your healthcare professional, as the MiniONE® may need to be replaced.
  • Do not use cranberry juice, cola drinks, meat tenderizer or any other medicines as they can actually cause clogs or make things worse in some patients.
  • Do NOT place any objects except the feed set or the blue stiffener into the feeding port of the G-Tube. Inserting foreign objects into the feeding port could damage the G-Tube and negatively impact device performance.

How can I prevent blockages/clogs of the MiniONE® Button?

  • Clogs are most commonly formed when formula remains within the device after feeding (not following recommended flushing procedures) and when medicines are not properly dissolved before being delivered through the tube. Always be sure to follow recommendations for proper flushing.
  • You can help prevent clogs by following these recommended flushing procedures:
    • Flush the feeding tube with water every 4-6 hours during continuous feeding, anytime the feeding is interrupted, before and after every intermittent feeding, or at least every 8 hours if the tube is not being used.
    • Always flush the feeding tube before and after giving food and medication (3-10 ml for children, 10-20 ml for adults, or an amount recommended by your healthcare provider).
    • CAUTION: Do not use a syringe less than 30 ml, as smaller syringes (such as 10 ml) can create high pressure very quickly and may negatively impact the device.
  • Another way to help prevent clogs is to avoid delivering medicine and formula at the same time. Do NOT mix medicines with formula while feeding. Always give medicines one at a time and clean the feed set immediately after use with proper flushing. Try to obtain your medicine as a liquid, instead of as a tablet or capsule, when possible. If a prescribed medication is only available as a tablet or capsule, check with a pharmacist or doctor to see if it is safe to crush the medicine. If safe, medication should be crushed as fine as possible (into powder form) and dissolved into water before administering through the device.
  • Do NOT place any objects except the feed set or the blue stiffener into the feeding port of the G-Tube. Inserting foreign objects into the feeding port could damage the G-Tube and negatively impact device performance.
  • If the formula or water does not flow into the tube quickly, there may be a clog. Refer to the FAQ, “I think the MiniONE® Button has a clog; what should I do?” for more information.