FDA Issues Warning Against Sodium Phosphate Drugs

The FDA issued a safety warning to the public on January 9, 2014 addressing the safety concerns they have regarding over-the-counter sodium phosphate drugs, which are used to treat constipation. According to the FDA website, using more than one directional dosage of these medications over the course of 24-hours, can lead to serious health risks including harm to the heart and kidneys, and could even lead to death. Taking a higher dose than the recommended amount may produce the same results, even if taken once a day.
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