Saline Laxative
Enema · Rectal
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each 118mL delivered dose) Purpose Dibasic Sodium Phosphate 7 g Saline laxative Monobasic Sodium Phosphate 19 g Saline laxative
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each 118mL delivered dose) Purpose Dibasic Sodium Phosphate 7 g Saline laxative Monobasic Sodium Phosphate 19 g Saline laxative
Uses
Use ▪ relieves occasional constipation ▪ this product generally produces bowel movement in 1 to 5 minutes
Warnings
Warnings Dosage warning Using more than one enema in 24 hours can be harmful. For rectal use only. Do not use ▪ on children under 2 years of age Ask a doctor before use if you ▪ have already used a laxative for more than 3 days ▪ have kidney disease, have heart problems, or are dehydrated ▪ are 55 years of age or older ▪ are on a sodium-restricted diet ▪ have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting ▪ have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work. When using this product ▪ do not use more than directed. Serious side effects may occur from excess dosage ▪ do not use for more than 3 days, without asking a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if ▪ you have rectal bleeding ▪ you have no bowel movement within 30 minutes of enema use ▪ you have symptoms of dehydration (thirstiness, dizziness, vomiting, urinating less often than normal) These symptoms may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away: 800-222-1222.
Do not use
Do not use ▪ on children under 2 years of age
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you ▪ have already used a laxative for more than 3 days ▪ have kidney disease, have heart problems, or are dehydrated ▪ are 55 years of age or older ▪ are on a sodium-restricted diet ▪ have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting ▪ have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
When using this product
When using this product ▪ do not use more than directed. Serious side effects may occur from excess dosage ▪ do not use for more than 3 days, without asking a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if ▪ you have rectal bleeding ▪ you have no bowel movement within 30 minutes of enema use ▪ you have symptoms of dehydration (thirstiness, dizziness, vomiting, urinating less often than normal) These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away: 800-222-1222.
Directions
Directions (or as directed by a doctor) Single daily dosage (per 24 hours) Do not use if taking another sodium phosphate product. Do not use more unless directed by a doctor. See Warnings . Adults and children 12 years of age and older 1 bottle once daily Children 2 to under 12 years of age Use Pediatric Enema Children under 2 years of age DO NOT USE
Other information
Other information ▪ each 118 ml contains sodium 4.3 g ▪ store at 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F) ▪ additional liquids by mouth are recommended while using this product ▪ Tamper Evident: DO NOT USE IF TOP OR BOTTOM FLAP OF CARTON IS TORN OR MISSING.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients benzalkonium chloride, disodium EDTA, purified water
Questions?
Questions or comments? (800) 616-2471
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Major Pharmaceuticals (revised Sep 16, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic, Unspecified Form in 2 products
- Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic, Unspecified Form in 2 products
Saline Laxative NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0904-6320 | Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic, Unspecified Form 7 g/133mL; Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic, Unspecified Form 19 g/133mL Enema | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0363-0005 | Sodium Phosphate, Dibasic, Unspecified Form 7 g/118mL; Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic, Unspecified Form 19 g/118mL Enema | Walgreen Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Saline Laxative used for?
Use ▪ relieves occasional constipation ▪ this product generally produces bowel movement in 1 to 5 minutes
Who makes Saline Laxative?
Saline Laxative is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Major Pharmaceuticals, Walgreen Company.