This topic is about a temporary shortage of Colo-Majic flushable pouch liners, which are essential for many people with a colostomy. These liners make life a bit easier by eliminating the need to drain pouches, simplifying changes in public, and reducing the frequency of expensive pouch replacements. Unfortunately, a delay in paperwork for U.S. customs has caused a supply issue, leaving many users in a bind. Here are some helpful suggestions to manage during this shortage:

1. Check with Edgepark Medical Supplies, as they also carry Colo-Majic liners. It's worth seeing if they have any in stock before assuming all suppliers are out.

2. Consider using standard 6¼" × 5½" fold-over sandwich bags as a temporary, low-cost substitute. These can be found at dollar stores for about $2 for a pack of 150. They are safe to flush if you are connected to a municipal sewer system, but avoid flushing them if you have a septic system.

3. To help with odor control, try pouring a little mouthwash into either the makeshift liners or the Colo-Majic liners. This can act as an effective deodorant.

These tips might help ease the inconvenience until the supply issue is resolved.