Sodium Phosphate Monobasic; Sodium Phosphate Dibasic Solution

What is this medication?

SODIUM PHOSPATE SALTS (SOE dee um FOS fate sawlts) treats occasional constipation. It works by increasing the amount of water your intestine absorbs. This softens the stool, making it easier to have a bowel movement. It also increases pressure, which prompts the muscles in your intestines to move stool. It belongs to a group of medications called laxatives.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• Abnormal blood levels of electrolytes, such as sodium, phosphate, potassium or calcium
• Bowel problems, such as colitis, constipation, and obstruction
• Change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
• Chest pain
• Dehydration
• Diet low in salt
• Heart failure
• Kidney disease
• Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
• An unusual or allergic reaction to sodium phosphate, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
• Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• Breast-feeding

How should I use this medication?

Take this medication by mouth. Take it as directed on the prescription label. Mix this medication as directed with water or other clear liquid before using. Use a specially marked oral syringe, spoon, or dropper to measure each dose. Ask your pharmacist if you do not have one. Household spoons are not accurate. Drink more water or clear fluids as directed after taking this medication. Do not take doses that are larger than those recommended on the product label or otherwise directed by your care team. Do not take more than one dose in 24 hours.

Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as 5 years old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply. This medication is not for regular use.

What may interact with this medication?

• Aspirin
• Certain medications used to treat high blood pressure, such as captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, or candesartan, losartan, valsartan
• Diuretics
• NSAIDS, medications for pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen or naproxen

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Do not use with any other laxatives unless your care team tells you to. Drink fluids as directed to prevent dehydration. See your care team right away if you do not have a bowel movement after using this medication.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:

• Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Kidney injury—decrease in the amount of urine, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
• Seizures

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

• Bloating
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Vomiting

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Get rid of any unused medication after your medical procedure.

To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:

• Take the medications to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
• If your cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, take the medication out of the container. Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.