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Active Ingredient (In Each 197-Ml Delivered Dose)



Monobasic Sodium Phosphate 19 g, Saline Laxative

Dibasic Sodium Phosphate 7 g, Saline Laxative


Use



For relief of occasional constipation.


Warnings



For rectal use only.


Dosage warning:

Using more than one enema in 24 hours can be harmful.

Do not use without asking a doctor:

  • for more than 3 days
  • if you have kidney disease
  • if you have heart problems
  • if you are dehydrated

Ask A Doctor Before Using This Product If You



  • are 55 years of age or older
  • are on a sodium-restricted diet
  • Ask a doctor before using any laxative if you have

    • abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
    • a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
    • already used a laxative for more than 1 week

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If You Have



  • rectal bleeding
  • no bowel movement or no liquid comes out of the rectum after 30 minutes
  • symptoms of dehydration (feeling thirsty, dizziness, vomiting or urinating less often than normal)
  • These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.


If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding



If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



Single Daily Dosage (per 24 hours).


Do not use more unless directed by a doctor. See Warnings.

Do not use if taking another sodium phosphates product

adults and children 12 and over1 bottle per day
children 2 to 11 yearsuse Fleet Pedia-Lax Enema
children under 2 yearsDO NOT USE


Other Information



  • each 197-mL delivered dose contains: sodium 4.4 g
  • additional liquids by mouth are recommended while taking this product
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement in 1-5 minutes
  • for complete professional use warnings and precautions, consult Reference Safety Information on our website
  • BOTTLE SEALED FOR SAFETY. IF BOTTLE WRAPPER WITH FLEET EMBLEM IS TORN, DAMAGED OR MISSING, DO NOT USE.

Inactive Ingredients



benzalkonium chloride, disodium EDTA, purified water


Questions?



1-866-255-6960 or www.fleetlabs.com


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