Warnings
Do not use
- if you have a previous kidney problem, congestive heart failure, impaired renal functions, decreased intervascular volume, dehydration, uncorrected electrolyte abnormalities
- in children under 5 years old
- for bowel cleansing
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
- kidney disease
- heart problems
- a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
- already used a laxative for more than a week
- dehydration
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
- on a sodium restricted diet
- under a doctor's care for any medical condition
- taking any other prescription or non-prescription medications. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
Stop use and ask a doctor if you
- have any rectal bleeding
- do not have a bowel movement within 6 hours
- have any symptoms that your body is losing more fluid than you are drinking
- have symptoms of dehydration including
- thirstiness
- dizziness
- urinating less often than normal
- vomiting
These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
Directions
- Use as a laxative for relief of occasional constipation
- dilute dose in the table below with one glass (8 fl. oz.) of cool water. Drink, then follow with at least one additional glass (8 fl. oz.) of cool water. There is significant loss of liquid when using this product. To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of clear liquid after use.
- Do not use for bowel cleansing.
- Do not take more unless directed by a doctor. See Warnings. There are three teaspoons in one tablespoon.
| Ages (years) | Dosage | Maximum Dose |
|---|---|---|
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| 12 & older | 3 Teaspoons | 6 or 9 Teaspoons* |
| 10 & 11 | 3 Teaspoons* | 3 Teaspoons* |
| 5 to 9 | 1 ½ Teaspoons* | 1 ½ Teaspoons* |
| Under 5 | Do Not Use | Do Not Use |
Other information
- Each Teaspoon contains: sodium 549 mg
- Saline laxatives increase retention of water in the intestines, promoting bowel movements.
- this product generally produces a bowel movement in 30 minutes to 6 hours
- this product is sugar free
- do not freeze
- store at 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F)
