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Saline Laxative

Generic: SODIUM PHOSPHATE

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Walgreen Company
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
RECTAL
FDA Set ID
fb260df0-7bda-4299-84a5-44c8f9447798
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each 118mL delivered dose) Purpose Dibasic Sodium Phosphate 7 g Saline laxative Monobasic Sodium Phosphate 19 g Saline laxative
Indications & Usage
Use relieves occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 1 to 5 minutes
Warnings
Warnings Dosage warning Using more than one enema in 24 hours can be harmful.

For rectal use only.

Do not use on children under 2 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you have already used a laxative for more than 3 days have kidney disease, have heart problems, or are dehydrated are 55 years of age or older are on a sodium-restricted diet have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 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, without asking a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding you have no bowel movement within 30 minutes of enema use you have symptoms of dehydration (thirstiness, 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 right away: 800-222-1222.