sodium phosphate, dibasic and sodium phosphate, monobasic
Drug Details
- Generic Name
- sodium phosphate, dibasic and sodium phosphate, monobasic
- Brand Names
- Fleet, Pedia-Lax
- Application Number
- M007
- Sponsor
- C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
- NDC Codes
- 3
- Dosage Forms
- ENEMA
- Routes
- RECTAL
- Active Ingredients
- SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC, HEPTAHYDRATE, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC
Indications and Usage
Use for relief of occasional constipation. This product usually produces a bowel movement in 1 to 5 minutes.
Warnings
Warnings For rectal use only. Using more than one enema in 24 hours can be harmful. Do not use • for more than 3 days • if you have kidney disease • if you have heart problems • if you are dehydrated • when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before using this product if you • are 55 years of age or older • are on a sodium-restricted diet • have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks • already used a laxative for more than 1 week Stop use and ask a doctor if you have • rectal bleeding • no bowel movement or no liquid comes out of the rectum after 30 minutes • symptoms of dehydration [feeling thirsty, dizziness, vomiting, urinating less often than normal] These symptoms may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.