Active ingredientSodium Phosphate, Dibasic, Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic, Unspecified Form
Label structure8 sections
Dosage and administration
Use as a laxative for relief of occasional constipation dilute dose in the table below with one glass (8 fl. oz.) of cool water. Drink, then follow with at least one additional glass (8 fl. oz.) of cool water. There is significant loss of liquid when using this product. To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of clear liquid after use. do not use for bowel cleansing there are three teaspoons in one tablespoon do not ...
Storage and handling
Each Tablespoon contains: sodium 1.6 g Saline laxatives increase retention of water in the intestines, promoting bowel movements. this product generally produces a bowel movement in 30 minutes to 6 hours this product is sugar free do not freeze store at 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F)
Taking more than the recommended dose in 24 hour can be harmful.
Do not use
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
if you have a previous kidney problem, congestive heart failure, impaired renal functions, decreased intervascular volume, dehydration, uncorrected electrolyte abnormalities
in children under 5 years old
for bowel cleansing
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
kidney disease
heart problems
a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
already used a laxative for more than a week
dehydration
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
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on a sodium restricted diet
under a doctor's care for any medical condition
taking any other prescription or non-prescription medications. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
Stop use and ask a doctor if you
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have any rectal bleeding
do not have a bowel movement within 6 hours
have any symptoms that your body is losing more fluid than you are drinking
have symptoms of dehydration including
thirstiness
dizziness
urinating less often than normal
vomiting
These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away: 800-222-1222.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Use as a laxative for relief of occasional constipation
dilute dose in the table below with one glass (8 fl. oz.) of cool water. Drink, then follow with at least one additional glass (8 fl. oz.) of cool water. There is significant loss of liquid when using this product. To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of clear liquid after use.
do not use for bowel cleansing
there are three teaspoons in one tablespoon
do not take more unless directed by a doctor. See Warnings.
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