Fleet Enema EXTRA Side Effects
Generic name: sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 16, 2024.
Note: This document contains side effect information about sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Fleet Enema EXTRA.
Applies to sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate: rectal enema. Other dosage forms:
Serious side effects of Fleet Enema EXTRA
Along with its needed effects, sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate:
Incidence not known
- Bleeding in the rectum
- confusion
- decreased urination
- dizziness
- dry mouth
- fainting
- increase in heart rate
- lightheadedness
- rapid breathing
- sunken eyes
- thirst
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- wrinkled skin
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate: oral solution, oral tablet, rectal enema.
General
The most common adverse events were abdominal bloating, nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting.[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Very common (10% or more): Bloating (39%), nausea (37%), abdominal pain (24%), vomiting (10%)[Ref]
Renal
Postmarketing reports: Renal impairment, increased blood urea nitrogen (BUN), increased creatinine, acute renal failure, acute phosphate nephropathy, nephrocalcinosis, renal tubular necrosis[Ref]
Nervous system
Postmarketing reports: Seizures[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Postmarketing reports: Arrhythmias[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Postmarketing reports: Hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis, rash, pruritus, urticaria, throat tightness, bronchospasm, dyspnea, pharyngeal edema, dysphagia, paresthesia, swelling of the lips and tongue, and facial swelling)[Ref]
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References
1. Product Information. OsmoPrep (sodium acid phophate-sodium phosphate). Valeant Pharmaceuticals. 2018.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
