Sodium Phosphate

Overview

Sodium Phosphate is saline laxative. It is used in constipation. It retains the water in intestine and incrases the faecal bulk.

Categories

Primary Characterstics

Indications

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Pharmacokinetics

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Contraindications

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Drug Interactions

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Side Effects

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Dosage

Sodium Phosphate's dosage details are as follows:
Dose Single Dose Frequency Route Instructions

Adult Dosage

800 mg800 (800)24 hourlyPO

Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)

53.33 mg/kg53 (53.33)As recommended.OralAs required

Neonatal Dosage (3kg)

30 to 45 mg/kg38 (37.5)As recommended.OralAs required

High Risk Groups

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Warning / Precautions

Sodium phosphate should be used with caution in patients with renal (kidney) impairment, cirrhosis, cardiac failure and other sodium retaining states. Caution must be exercised in the administration of parenteral fluids, especially those containing sodium ions, to patients receiving corticosteroids or corticotropin. Do not administer unless solution is clear and seal is intact. Discard unused portion

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Storage Conditions

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Interference in Pathology

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Brands / Trade Names of Sodium Phosphate

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