About Cymed The Original Ile-Sorb Gel Packets
The Original Ile-Sorb Absorbent Gel Packets are super-absorbent polymer sachets designed specifically for ileostomates to convert the watery liquid output of an ileostomy into an easily managed solid gel. Dropped into a drainable ostomy pouch before closing, the polymer inside each packet quickly absorbs and solidifies liquid contents, dramatically reducing spillage risk during emptying and disposal. The solidification process also traps odor-causing volatile compounds, making pouch management more discreet and less unpleasant. Ile-Sorb is the original product in this category and is the brand most frequently recommended by wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) nurses.
Key Benefits & Features:
- Converts high-volume liquid ileostomy output into a stable, manageable gel
- Dramatically reduces spill risk and mess during ostomy pouch emptying and disposal
- Controls odor by encapsulating volatile liquid waste compounds within the gel
- Original brand trusted by ileostomy users and recommended by WOC nursing professionals
- Compatible with all major brands of drainable ostomy pouches
Cymed The Original Ile-Sorb Gel Packets FAQs
How do I use Ile-Sorb Gel Packets?
Drop one packet into your drainable ostomy pouch after emptying and before re-sealing. The polymer inside will absorb and solidify the liquid output within minutes of contact. When the pouch is full, dispose of all contents in the trash.
How much liquid does each packet absorb?
Each packet is designed to absorb a high volume of liquid ileostomy output. For particularly high-output periods, two packets may be used. Most users find one packet per fill adequate for standard output days.
Are these safe to flush?
No. Ile-Sorb gel packets and their solidified contents must be disposed of in a trash receptacle. Flushing can cause severe plumbing blockages due to the expanding gel polymer.
How does the 90-count box differ from the 135-count bottle?
The formula is identical. The 90-count box is a standard quantity that is ideal for regular users or first-time buyers evaluating the product. The 135-count bottle is the larger supply option with a better per-packet value for high-frequency users.
Can Ile-Sorb be used with colostomy pouches too?
Yes. While Ile-Sorb is designed with ileostomy users in mind due to typically liquid output, it can also be used in drainable colostomy pouches to simplify emptying and disposal.
