SALINE LAXATIVE- sodium phosphate enema

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC (UNII: GR686LBA74) (PHOSPHATE ION - UNII:NK08V8K8HR), SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC (UNII: 3980JIH2SW) (PHOSPHATE ION - UNII:NK08V8K8HR)

Available from:

Amerisource Bergen

INN (International Name):

SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC

Composition:

SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC 7 g in 118 mL

Administration route:

RECTAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Saline laxative - relieves occasional constipation

Authorization status:

OTC monograph not final

Summary of Product characteristics

SALINE LAXATIVE- SODIUM PHOSPHATE ENEMA
AMERISOURCE BERGEN
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may be marketed if they_
_comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not
evaluated whether this product complies._
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DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
(in each 118 mL delivered dose)
Dibasic sodium phosphate 7 g
Monobasic sodium phosphate 19 g
PURPOS E
Saline laxative
US ES
relieves occasional constipation
WARNINGS
FOR RECTAL USE ONLY
DOSAGE WARNING: USING MORE THAN ONE ENEMA IN 24 HOURS CAN BE HARMFUL.
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
a sodium-restricted diet
abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
kidney disease, heart problems, or are dehydrated
noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or
after other drugs. Laxatives may
affect how other drugs work.
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
do not use more than directed. Serious side effects may occur from
excess dosage.
do not use for more than 3 days
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
you have rectal bleeding
you have no bowel movement after use of a laxative
These may be signs of a serious condition.
IF PREGNANT OR BREASTFEEDING, ASK A HEALTH PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USE.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center
right away. (1-800-222-1222)
DIRECTIONS
DO NOT USE MORE UNLESS DIRECTED BY A DOCTOR. SEE WARNINGS.
adults & children
12 years and over
one bottle once daily
children 2 to under
12 years
1/2 bottle once daily
children under
2 years
do not use
CAUTION:
Remove green protective shield before inserting. Hold bottle upright,
grasping bottle cap with fingers.
Grasp protective shield with other hand and pull gently to remove.
POS ITIONING:
LEFT-SIDE POSITION: lie on left side with knee bent and arms at rest.
KNEE-CHEST POSITION: kneel, then lower head and chest forward until
left side of face is resting on
surface. Position arms comfortably.
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