| Brand Name | Fleet Phospho-Soda |
| Generic Name | Sodium phosphate |
| Drug Class | Osmotic Laxative |
| Availability | OTC & Prescription |
| Manufacturer | C.B. Fleet Company |
| Indications | Bowel Preparation |
| Type | Oral Solution, Tablet, Enema |
| Doses | Oral: 45 mL (first dose), followed by a second dose after several hours |
| Route | Oral |
| Side Effects | Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, electrolyte imbalance, kidney issues (rare with overuse) |
| Interactions | May interact with diuretics, NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, ARBs, lithium, and drugs affecting electrolytes. |
| Overdose | Electrolyte imbalance, kidney damage, dehydration. Seek immediate help. |
| Missed Dose | Take as soon as remembered if far from next dose. Do not double dose. |
| Contraindications | Kidney disease, dehydration, heart failure, electrolyte imbalance |
| Alternatives | Magnesium citrate, PEG |
| Co-Pay Assistance Program | Not available |
| Patient Assistance Program | Not available |
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Sodium phosphate is a laxative which is prescribed in the treatment of constipation and bowel emptying before administering hospital services like colonoscopies.
Sodium phosphate is an element that has a tendency of drawing water into the bowel hence making the stool soft and the bowels shortening in order to clear the constipation.
The side effects encompass bloating, stomach cramps and also dehydration. The side effects are fatal and therefore the long term use can lead to kidney damage or electrolyte imbalance.
Sodium phosphate is normally carried by mouth, liquid or enema. Use the drug according to the doctor prescription.
The prescription of sodium phosphate in pregnancy should be a situation where the risk of the case is lower than the benefits. A pregnant person is supposed to consult his or her healthcare giver.
In case of one missing dose, immediately take it on remembering without taking it close to time of dose. Do not double up on doses.
Sodium phosphate may react with the drugs that have the capacity of modifying the concentration of kidneys or electrolytes. Do not store any of the drugs that you use, report to your health care provider.
The duration used by sodium phosphate to alleviate constipation normally takes 30-6 hours according to dosage and response by the patient.
Yes, this is because Sodium phosphate can lead to dehydration especially when used too much. In addition to it, keep in mind to take plenty of fluids along with this drug.
The utilization of Na + phosphate is to be provoked by the choice of a medical worker, and it can be abused with serious side effects in children.
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