Sodium Phosphate
Sodium Phosphate is saline laxative. It is used in constipation. It retains the water in intestine and incrases the faecal bulk.
Primary Characteristics
It belongs to Sodium Salt.
It belongs to Laxatives pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Electrolyte Supplement Oral, Laxative pharmacological group.
Molecular Weight: 164 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Sodium Phosphate · pH: 9.2 · Isotonic value: 3.33.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Sodium Phosphate is primarily indicated in conditions like Constipation, Electrolyte disorder, Hypophosphataemia.
Contraindications
Sodium Phosphate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypocalcaemia, Hyperphosphataemia, Hypernatremia.
Dosage
Sodium Phosphate's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 800 mg | 800 mg | Every 24h | PO | |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 53.33 mg/kg | 53.33 mg/kg | — | Oral | As required |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| 37.5 mg/kg | 37.5 mg/kg | — | Oral | As required |
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Sodium Phosphate are Effect on hemopoietic system.
Sodium Phosphate is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Phosphorus intoxication.
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Drug Classification
- 1.17.6 — Laxatives