This topic is about the discontinuation of the B. Braun Irypump, a device used for anal irrigation. The company has stopped producing it, and they will only provide spare parts and honor warranties until next year. Some users feel this is unfortunate because the device had potential in the global market.

Here are some insights and advice from users:

1. Many users appreciated the Irypump's design, although they found it expensive and noted that its reservoir was too small for larger irrigation needs.

2. Some have come up with do-it-yourself alternatives:
- A small battery-operated camping shower pump can be adapted for irrigation. It can draw water from any container, but typically lasts about 1.5 years before needing replacement.
- A 5-liter hand-pumped garden sprayer can be used with an adapted anal-irrigation catheter or cone. This option is inexpensive, mechanically simple, and has been effective for about 5 years. It also serves as a travel container due to its wide screw-top.

3. The Irypump was never available in the U.S. market because B. Braun did not meet a specific medical-equipment regulation. For more information and alternative products, searching for "Braun" or "Irypump" in related forums might be helpful.