Phosphosoda Overdosage

High doses of Phospho-Soda are dangerous for children and patients with constipation. These can cause excess phosphate and sodium in blood and deficit of calcium and potassium in blood. These disorders can cause body acidification, which can sometimes be fatal.
In case of overdosage or accidental intake, the following symptoms can occur: dehydration, hypotension, tachycardia, slowing down of pulse, cardiac arrest, shock, acceleration of breathing, respiratory problems, gasping, seizures, large bowel paralysis, anxiety, pain in the lower abdomen.
Cases of complete recovery after overdosage have been reported, both in children receiving accidentally Phospho-Soda and patients with constipation.
In case of overdosage, it is essential to restore water balance.
Intravenous administration of 10% calcium gluconate may be sometimes necessary.
Hospitalisation is recommended.
If the patient uses or takes more Phospho-Soda than he/she should, contact immediately the doctor.