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Fleet Phospho Soda Prep

Generically known as sodium biphosphate or sodium phosphate, Fleet Phospho Soda is an oral or rectal medication that aids in bowel cleansing prior to surgery, x-rays or other procedures affecting the digestive system. It's important to use Fleet Phospho Soda Prep Kits directly as instructed in order to minimize the chances of developing potential health complications.

Patients should not use Fleet Phospho Soda Preparation Kits if they:

are dehydrated
are currently undergoing dialysis
have a medical history of kidney (renal) disease or electrolyte imbalances
have used this medication within the past 7 days

Those who may need adjusted doses of sodium phosphate include patients with a history of heart problems, liver problems or gastric bypass surgery.

How to Take Fleet Phospho Soda

Ideally, Fleet Phospho Soda patients should do the following when taking this laxative:

Take the oral liquid medication at least 30 minutes before eating breakfast (or on an empty stomach before going to bed).
Patients should following their healthcare professional's instructions regarding whether or not to eat in the 24 hours prior to their procedure.
Measure the appropriate amount of the liquid medication and thoroughly stir it into a glass of 4 oz. water.
Drink the entire dose of medication.
To be sure that all medication is ingested, add a bit more water to the empty glass, swirl it around and drink all liquids.

Should children require Fleet Phospho Soda, it's vital that parents give them the products made especially for kids, as the adult version will be too strong and can increase the risk of serious side effects.

Fleet Phospho Soda Company

The company that manufactures the Phospho Soda laxatives is the C.B. Fleet Company, which is currently based in Lynchburg, Virginia and has been operating for over 140 years. However, despite the fact that Fleet has been a respected national medical device manufacturer for over a century, it has recently had to issue a nationwide voluntary recall due to findings that the over-the-counter Phospho Soda:

Has the potential to cause serious, life-threatening side effects in some patients
Should only be available via prescription due to the risks of developing such severe complications

This recall came on the heels of an FDA announcement in December 2008 regarding the dangers associated with using OTC Fleet saline laxative solutions.

Side Effects of Fleet Phospho Soda

While severe Fleet Phospho Soda side effects are relatively rare, they are most likely to occur in patients who:

Don't correctly use the medication
Have a medical history of kidney problems and electrolyte imbalances

One of the most serious side effects is acute phosphate nephropathy, an incurable kidney injury in which the development of calcium-phosphate crystals in the kidneys severely impairs proper kidney function.

Without emergency medical care, acute phosphate nephropathy can cause:

renal failure
the need for a kidney transplant and/or dialysis
death

Have you or a loved one been seriously injured after using Fleet Phospho Soda Prep Kits? If so, contact a Fleet Phospho soda legal professional today to consult with an experienced personal injury attorney who will thoroughly evaluate your case and help you recover the settlement you need and deserve.

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