Enema
Rx19 gm+7 gm • Rectal Saline
Indications & Uses
Enema is indicated for:
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults, Elderly and Children over 12 years old: 133 ml (118 ml delivered dose) not more than once daily or as directed by a physician.Children aged 5 years to less than 12 years: 66 ml (59 ml delivered dose) once daily or as directed by a physician.Children aged 2 years to less than 5 years: 66 ml (59 ml delivered dose) once daily or as directed by a physician.Additional liquids by mouth are recommended. Encourage patients to drink large amounts of clear liquids to prevent dehydration.
Side Effects
Phosphate Enema is well tolerated when used as indicated. However, adverse events possibly associated with the use of phosphate enema have been infrequently reported. In some cases, adverse events may occur, especially if the enema is misused.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Use with caution in patients, with impaired renal function, with pre-existing electrolyte disturbances or who are taking diuretics which may affect electrolyte levels, Who are taking medications known to prolong the QT interval, Ascites, With a colostomy.
Contraindications
Do not use in patients with, Congestive heart failure, impairment of renal function, gastrointestinal obstruction, Megacolon, Paralytic ileus, Perforation, Active inflammatory bowel disease, Imperforate anus, Dehydration, Children under 2 years of age, Hypersensitivity to active ingredients or to any of the excipients of the product.