Pedia-Lax Enema Side Effects
Generic name: sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 8, 2025.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Pedia-Lax Enema Side Effects associated with sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Pedia-Lax Enema.
Applies to sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate: rectal enema.
Other dosage forms:
Precautions
It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you or your child should continue to use it.
Tell your doctor if you or your child had already used a laxative for more than 1 week.
Call your doctor right away if you or your child has rectal bleeding, no bowel movement within 30 minutes of enema use, or has symptoms of dehydration (eg, confusion, decreased urination, feeling thirsty, vomiting). These maybe symptoms of a serious condition.
Do not use this medicine if you or your child is using another product containing sodium phosphate.
Serious side effects of Pedia-Lax Enema
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
See also:
For healthcare professionals
Applies to sodium biphosphate / sodium phosphate: oral solution, oral tablet, rectal enema.
General adverse events
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]
References
1. (2018) "Product Information. OsmoPrep (sodium acid phosphate-sodium phosphate)." Valeant Pharmaceuticals
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Pedia-Lax Enema side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.