What is a syringe driver, and why is it used?

A syringe driver will help to reduce symptoms by delivering a steady flow of injected medicine. You might have used one before to help control pain, sickness, agitation or fits. Sometimes, it is called a continuous subcutaneous infusion.

Using a syringe driver can be used instead of having regular injections repeatedly, which can be restricting when you have places to go and things to do throughout the day.

So, what exactly is a syringe driver? Well, it is a small pump that is powered by batteries that delivers medicine through a soft plastic tube into a syringe with a needle that is placed under the skin. Most often, it is the skin on your arm, abdomen or leg. A syringe driver is used to treat things like…

- Pain
- Seizures
- Agitation
- Vomiting

If you are using a syringe driver it will have a built-in computer with a small screen to show the rate at which the medication is being prescribed. The syringe driver will alert you if there are any blocks or leaks, be careful as blocks can happen is you lie on the tubes.

A syringe driver should make a slight whirring sound when it is turned on, this is normal and signals that it is working properly. If you are using a syringe driver, it shouldn’t make you less mobile. They are built to be portable, so just clip it onto your clothing or put it in your bag, allowing you to move around normal.

Why should I use a syringe driver? Your doctor or nurse will obviously explain to you why a syringe driver is being used. Syringe drivers are used in these situations:

- Severe pain. A regular flow of medicine will help to the relive the pain.

- Difficulty swallowing tablets or liquid because of a sore or dry mouth.

- You feel very weak

- Vomiting or nausea

- Agitation or feeling distressed

- Respiratory secretions

A syringe driver is helpful to use as it is portable and allows the continuous delivery of medication to aid your comfort.

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