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What is the Almus Oral Syringe & Adaptor?
Almus Oral Syringe & Adaptor is a medical device used to give liquid medicine safely, with clear markers on the syringe to ensure accurate dosage. The adaptor fits onto the end of the syringe to allow for easy withdrawal directly from the medicine bottle.
What can it be used for?
Almus Oral Syringe & Adaptor is most commonly used to give liquid medicine to children. It's especially helpful if small doses of medicine are prescribed that may be difficult to measure with a spoon. However, it can be used by patients of all ages, if you are unable to take medication in tablet form or by injection.
How to use the Almus Oral Syringe & Adaptor
To use Almus Oral Syringe & Adaptor, follow these steps:
- 1. Firmly fit the adaptor into the neck of the medicine bottle.
- 2. Insert the top of the syringe into the adaptor.
- 3. Turn the bottle upside down.
- 4. Pull the plunger until the medicine reaches the volume required.
- 5. Gently remove the syringe from the adaptor.
- 6. Put the tip of the oral syringe inside the mouth between the gums and the inside surface of the cheek.
- 7. Slowly push the plunger, ensuring there is time to swallow regularly, ensuring the whole dose is given.
You should always check with a medical professional before reusing a syringe.
How Chemist4U can help
If you're seeking further guidance on oral syringes, you can always speak to a member of our customer care team, or a pharmacist.
Frequently asked questions about Almus Oral Syringe & Adaptor
Are all oral syringes the same?
The Almus Oral Syringe and Adaptor comes with a 5ml syringe with an adaptor to fit the medicine bottle neck.
Why won’t my syringe draw from the bottle?
If your syringe wont draw medicine, make sure the syringe is firmly pushed in to the adaptor so there are no air leaks. You should also ensure there is enough liquid left in the bottle for the syringe to draw from.
Sources
- How to give your child liquid medicines (2024). NHS Foundation Trust. [Accessed 20 August 2026].
