Fleet Phospho Soda® & Kidney Damage
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Fleet Phospho Soda®, an oral laxative produced by C.B. Fleet, has been reported to cause a range of rare, yet severe, side effects, including severe kidney damage, a condition known as acute phosphate nephropathy.
What is Acute Phosphate Nephropathy?
Acute phosphate nephropathy is a condition in which phosphate crystals form in the kidneys and significantly impair its function. Without prompt treatment, acute phosphate nephropathy can progress to total renal (kidney) failure and, ultimately, death.
Patients who sustain serious kidney damage after taking Fleet Phospho Soda® will likely be entitled to compensation for their injuries by pursuing a defective drug lawsuit. Injured parties can learn more about their legal rights by consulting with an experienced attorney for defective drugs. For information and legal resources contact us today.
How Fleet Phospho Soda® is Used
Generically known as an oral sodium phosphate (OSP), Fleet Phospho Soda® is a bowel cleansing medication prescribed to patients before undergoing a colonoscopy, x-ray or surgery. Fleet Phospho Soda® comes in liquid or tablet form and is currently only available via doctor prescription.
When taking Fleet Phospho Soda®, it's important that patients:
- Use this laxative precisely as directed, as over dosing on the drug can increase the risk of developing severe Fleet Phospho Soda® side effects
- Do NOT take Fleet Phospho Soda® if they have already done so within the past 7 days
- Stay hydrated (by drinking at least an 8-ounce glass of clear liquids with each dose), as dehydration also increases the risks of developing severe Fleet Phospho Soda® kidney injury
Instructions for taking Fleet Phospho Soda® will depend on whether patients are ingesting the liquid or pill form of this medication:
- For liquid Fleet Phospho Soda®, measure the appropriate amount of liquid medication and mix it with 4 oz. of water. To ensure the entire dose is consumed, add a bit more water to the finished glass, swirl it around and drink the remaining liquid.
- For Fleet Phospho Soda® tablets, take the prescribed amount of pills (between 2 and 4) in 15-minute intervals the night before the medical procedure (for a total of 20 pills). The following morning, take the remaining pills in 15-minute intervals (for a total of 12 tablets).
Risk Factors for Severe Fleet Phospho Side Effects
Patients with the highest risk of developing kidney injury after taking Fleet Phospho Soda® include those who are over 55 years old and/or who have a history of:
- dialysis
- electrolyte imbalance
- kidney disease
Individuals with a history of the following may need dose adjustments or may be instructed not to take Fleet Phospho Soda®:
- bowel perforation or obstruction
- drug and/or alcohol addiction
- eating disorders
- epilepsy
- heart disease
- inflammatory bowel disease
- liver disease
- stomach surgery
It's essential that patients discuss their complete medical history with their doctor before taking Fleet Phospho Soda®.
Meeting with a Defective Drug Attorney
Anyone diagnosed with Fleet Phospho Soda® kidney injuries should, of course, seek emergency medical care for the best chances of recovery. However, it is also essential for injured users to consult an experienced defective drug lawyer, once their health is stable, to find out if they have a case against C.B. Fleet.
During a free initial consultation, prospective plaintiffs can find out if they are entitled to a settlement for their injuries and losses. Additionally, they can get expert advice regarding the best manner in which to pursue their claim.
If You Have Been Injured by Fleet Phospho Soda®
Have you or a loved one been injured after taking Fleet Phospho Soda®? If so, contact us to speak with an experienced Fleet Phospho Soda® attorney who specializes in drug recall litigation & lawsuits. Let us help you win the compensation you need and deserve.
