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It's all in the name.

Anti-syphon valves prevents syphoning (when contents of a syringe, by the force of gravity, empties into a vein for example).

Anti-reflux prevents back flow of one infusion line into an other infusion line (only needed if several infusions are going down the same cannula).

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Q: What is an anti syphon valve in IV therapy vs anti reflux?
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