Sodium Sulfate; Potassium Sulfate; Magnesium Sulfate Oral Solution
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Sodium Sulfate; Potassium Sulfate; Magnesium Sulfate Oral Solution
What is this medicine?
SODIUM SULFATE; POTASSIUM SULFATE; MAGNESIUM SULFATE (SODIUM SUL fate; poe TASS i um SUL fate; mag NEE zee um SUL fate) is a laxative. It is used to clean out the bowel before a colonoscopy.
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Your doctor will tell you what time to start this medicine. Take exactly as directed. Do not skip a dose or stop your medicine early.
This drug comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this drug. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or health care provider if you have questions.
Take other drugs that you take by mouth at a different time of day than this drug. Take this drug at least 1 hour after taking your other drugs. Some drugs may need to be separated by longer. Talk to your pharmacist about when to take your medicines.
You will need to follow a special diet before your procedure. Talk to your doctor. You may drink clear liquids while taking this medicine and up until 2 hours before the colonoscopy.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 12 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
bloody or black, tarry stools
difficulty swallowing
heartbeat rhythm changes (trouble breathing; chest pain; dizziness; fast, irregular heartbeat; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls)
seizures
symptoms of gout (joint pain or swelling)
trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
bloating
headache
nausea, vomiting
passing gas
stomach pain
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
other laxatives
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
certain antibiotics like ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, tetracycline
certain medicines for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat
certain medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disorders
chlorpromazine
digoxin
diuretics
iron
medicines for seizures
NSAIDs, medicines for pain and inflammation, like ibuprofen or naproxen
penicillamine
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply. This medicine is not for regular use.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
dehydration
diet low in salt
gout
heart disease
high or low levels of calcium, magnesium, potassium, or sodium in the blood
irregular heartbeat
kidney disease
seizures
stomach or intestines problems
trouble swallowing
withdrawing from drinking alcohol or from taking benzodiazepines
an unusual or allergic reaction to magnesium sulfate; potassium sulfate; sodium sulfate, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
You will need to follow a special diet before your procedure. Talk to your health care professional.
Talk to your healthcare professional if you are not able to complete the regimen as prescribed.
Do not use with any other laxatives. Drink fluids as directed to prevent dehydration. See your healthcare professional right away if you do not have a bowel movement after using this medicine.
Updated:  
December 04, 2020