Each 5 mL of Unflavored or Ginger-lemon flavor FLEET® Phospho-soda® contains 2.4 g monobasic sodium phosphate monohydrate and 0.9 g dibasic sodium phosphate heptahydrate in a stable, buffered aqueous solution.
Elemental and Electrolytic Content
mEq Phosphate (PO
4
) per mL 12.45
mEq Sodium (Na) per mL 4.82
mmole Phosphorus (P) per mL 4.15
As a laxative, for the relief of occasional constipation. As a purgative, for use as part of a bowel cleansing regimen in preparing the patient for surgery or for preparing the colon for x-ray or endoscopic examination. See PROFESSIONAL DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION .
Versatile in action as a gentle laxative or purgative, according to dosage. This product produces a bowel movement in 1 / 2 to 6 hours, depending on dosage. Especially useful as a bowel prep for colonoscopy, surgery, and radiology procedures.
DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT IF YOU HAVE KIDNEY DISEASE OR ARE ON A SODIUM RESTRICTED DIET UNLESS DIRECTED BY A PHYSICIAN. EACH TEASPOONFUL (5 ML) CONTAINS 556 MG (24.17 MILLIEQUIVALENTS) SODIUM.
Do not use in patients with congenital megacolon, bowel obstruction, ascites or congestive heart failure.
Use with caution in patients with impaired renal function, pre-existing electrolyte imbalances or with debilitated patients.
Since FLEET® Phospho-soda® contains sodium phosphates, there is a risk of elevated serum levels of sodium and phosphate and decreased levels of calcium and potassium and consequent hypocalcemia, hypokalemia, hyperphosphatemia, hypernatremia, and acidosis may occur.
Additional fluids by mouth are recommended with all bowel cleansing dosages.
TAKING MORE THAN THE RECOMMENDED DOSE IN 24 HOURS CAN BE HARMFUL. IF THERE IS NO BOWEL MOVEMENT AFTER MAXIMUM DOSAGE, CONTACT A PHYSICIAN AS DEHYDRATION COULD OCCUR.
SINCE FLEET® PHOSPHO-SODA® IS AVAILABLE IN TWO SIZES, PRESCRIBE BY VOLUMES. DO NOT PRESCRIBE "BY THE BOTTLE" AS SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS FROM OVERDOSAGE MAY OCCUR.
Ask a doctor before using this product if you are on a sodium restricted diet, have a kidney disease or are pregnant or nursing a baby. Ask a doctor before using any laxative if you have nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks or have already used a laxative for more than 1 week. Stop using this product and consult a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or have no bowel movement after use as dehydration may occur. These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Overdosage or retention of FLEET® Phospho-soda® may cause hypocalcemia, hyperphosphatemia, hypernatremia, hypernatremic dehydration and acidosis.
Calcium, phosphate, potassium and sodium levels should be carefully monitored. Immediate corrective action should be taken to restore electrolyte balance with appropriate fluid replacements. Prompt parenteral administration of fluids with lower concentrations of sodium and chloride than extracellular fluid (40-50 mEq/liter) and moderate concentration of potassium (20-30 mEq/liter) administered at a rate of 3,000 to 4,000 cc/sq. m of body surface during the first 12 to 24 hours is dependent on the severity of dehydration and the clinical response.
For best results, take on an empty stomach. Most effective when taken upon rising, at least 30 minutes before a meal, or at bedtime for overnight action. Dilute recommended dosage with one-half glass (4 fl. oz.) clear Liquid. Drink, then follow with one glass (8 fl. oz.) clear liquid.
DOSAGE: SINCE FLEET® PHOSPHO-SODA® IS AVAILABLE IN TWO SIZES, PRESCRIBE BY VOLUMES; DO NOT PRESCRIBE "BY THE BOTTLE". DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED DOSAGE AS SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS MAY OCCUR.
SINGLE DAILY DOSAGE: DO NOT TAKE MORE UNLESS DIRECTED BY A DOCTOR. SEE .
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For use as a bowel cleansing regimen prior to surgery or x-ray and endoscopic examinations:
On the day before the procedure, drink only clear liquids [e.g., soft drinks, strained fruit juices, tea, coffee, bouillon/broths, Jell-O®, Popsicles®--nothing colored red or purple] for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Drink as much clear liquid as possible throughout the day. Drink 3 additional glasses of clear liquids after the first dose of Fleet Phospho-soda.
Two--1.5 oz. doses of diluted Fleet Phospho-soda (see below). See References. Dosage timing as directed by the physician.
The taste of Fleet Phospho-soda is improved by mixing it with ginger ale, apple juice or lemon-lime type drinks.
Unflavored or Ginger-lemon flavor, in bottles of 1.5 fl. oz. and 3 fl. oz. FLEET® Phospho-soda® should not be confused with FLEET® Enema, a sodium phosphates disposable ready-to-use enema. FLEET® Enema, Adult and Children size, ARE NOT INTENDED FOR ORAL CONSUMPTION in any dosage size.
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