Is Fleets Phospho-soda still available?

OSP was formerly sold without prescription under the brand name “Fleet Phospho-soda” (C.B. Fleet Inc). Fleet no longer distributes OSP; however, generic versions of OSP are still available without prescription.

What is Fleet Phospho-soda used for?

What Fleet Phospho-soda is used for. This medicine is used as part of a bowel cleansing procedure before x-ray of the bowel, colonoscopy (looking into the bowel with an instrument) or before a bowel operation. It works by producing bowel motions which cleanse the bowel.

Can fleet be given orally?

It is a solution which you take by mouth. Each bottle contains one dose which must be diluted with water before use. You need to take Fleet® Oral in order to clean your bowel (also called large intestine or colon) before your endoscopy, surgery or X-ray examination.

How long does it take PHOSPHO-SODA to work?

PHOSPHO-SODA is for use in adults. It works by producing bowel motions which cleanse the bowel. It usually works within 30 minutes, although it may take as long as 6 hours. Expect frequent liquid stools.

Is phosphate soda safe?

For example, one soda may have up to 500 mg of phosphoric acid. People who take in 4,000 mg per day of phosphorus are considered at high risk for negative health effects associated with phosphorus. Adults with kidney disease are recommended to have no more than 800 to 1,000 mg of phosphorus a day.

What colonoscopy prep was taken off the market?

Liquid sodium phosphate products for colonoscopy preparation were removed from the market.

How long does it take for oral fleet to work?

Use it only as directed by your doctor. Sodium phosphate is a saline laxative that is thought to work by increasing fluid in the small intestine. It usually results in a bowel movement after 30 minutes to 6 hours.Do not use this medication in children younger than 5 years of age unless directed by the doctor.

Can sodium phosphate be given orally?

OSPs are available both with and without a prescription and are taken by mouth. Oral sodium phosphates clear the bowel by making bowel movements frequent, loose and runny. These agents work by causing fluid loss so patients are recommended to drink large quantities of clear liquids as part of the bowel preparation.

How do I give oral fleet?

At approximately 16 to18 hours prior to the procedure, dissolve one bottle of Oral Fleet Phospha Soda (45ml) in 12 ounces (360ml) clear liquid and drink at once. Then, drink another 12 ounces clear liquid. The Doctor will prescribe the timing of the two doses of diluted Fleet Phospha Soda, separated by 10 to 12 hours.

Is PHOSPHO-SODA Safe?

We no longer recommend it. There have now been several reliable reports of kidney toxicity and deterioration of kidney function especially with the use of the liquid Fleet’s Phospho-Soda prep and much more rarely with the use of the pill preparations Visicol and OsmoPrep.

How do you drink PHOSPHO-SODA?

To do this, dilute the contents of one bottle (45 ml) of Phospho-soda in half a glass (120 ml) of cold water. Drink this and follow it with at least one full glass (240 ml) of cold water. Drink as much clear liquid as possible to replace the fluids lost during bowel movements.

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What are oral phosphates?

Descriptions. Phosphates are used as dietary supplements for patients who are unable to get enough phosphorus in their regular diet, usually because of certain illnesses or diseases. Phosphate is the drug form (salt) of phosphorus.

What is phosphate oral solution?

Oral sodium phosphate solution (Fleet Phospho-soda, Casen-Fleet Fosfosoda is a low-volume, hyperosmotic agent used as part of a colorectal-cleansing preparation for surgery, x-ray or endoscopic examination.

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