Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Dexamethasone
Chemical Class
Sodium Salt
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
ATC Code
A01AC02, C05AA09, D07AB19, D07XB05, D10AA03, H02AB02, R01AD03, S01BA01, S01CB01, S02BA06, S03BA01
Status
Essential Medicine
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Uses
It is used to treat or prevent low phosphate levels.
How It Works
Chemical Class
Sodium Salt
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Electrolyte Supplement Oral, Laxative pharmacological group
It belongs to Sodium Salt. It belongs to Laxatives pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Electrolyte Supplement Oral, Laxative pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Sodium Phosphate is 164.00. It is weakly alkaline drug, 3.33% solution of the drug is isotonic.
How to Take It
1
Adult · PO
800 mg — 24 hourly
2
Child · Oral
53.33 mg/kg — As recommended.
As required
Safety Alerts
Sodium Phosphate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypocalcemia, Hypernatremia, Hyperphosphatemia, Renal failure, Perforated bowel, Ulcerative colitis, Fecal impaction
Important Warnings
Sodium phosphate should be used with caution in patients with renal (kidney) impairment, cirrhosis, cardiac failure and other sodium retaining states
Caution must be exercised in the administration of parenteral fluids, especially those containing sodium ions, to patients receiving corticosteroids or corticotropin
Do not administer unless solution is clear and seal is intact
Discard unused portion
Side Effects
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be raresome people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reactionlike rashhivesitchingredswollenblisteredor peeling skin with or without feverwheezingtightness in the chest or throattrouble breathingswallowingor talkingunusual hoarseness
Drug Interactions
Sodium Phosphate is known to interact with other drugs
the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementHydrochlorothiazideShould not be use concurrently without doctors prescription.PimozideShould not be use concurrently without doctors prescription.Procainamide (HCl)Should not be use concurrently without doctors prescription.QuinidineShould not be use concurrently without doctors prescription.SparfloxacinShould not be use concurrently without doctors prescription.Technetium Tc-99m OxidronateSaturation of bone binding sites by phosphorus ions in Sodium Phosphatemay cause decreased bone uptake of technetium Tc 99m oxidronate. These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Storage
Syrup, enema, paste Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, Between 15°C-30°C. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.
Price Intelligence
Rs 439.92
DRAP approved maximum price · per pack of 25 · approved 05 Sep, 2025
No retail price observed for this pack. Retailers may not exceed the approved maximum.
Prices across sources
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