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Fleet for Children

Dosage form
ENEMA
Labeler
C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Label updated
2021-04-29
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
SODIUM PHOSPHATE, DIBASIC, HEPTAHYDRATE · SODIUM PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC
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Active Ingredient (in each 59-mL delivered dose)

Monobasic Sodium Phosphate 9.5 g       Laxative / Bowel Cleanser

Dibasic Sodium Phosphate 3.5 g       Laxative / Bowel Cleanser

Use

For relief of occasional constipation or bowel cleansing before rectal examinations.

Warnings

Using more than one enema in 24 hours can be harmful.

Ask a doctor before using this product if the child
  • is on a sodium-restricted diet
  •  has kidney disease
Ask a doctor before using any laxative if the child has:
  • abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks 
  • already used a laxative for more than 1 week
Stop use and consult a doctor if the child has
  • rectal bleeding
  • no bowel movement after the enema is given 

These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, get medical help right away.

Directions

Single Daily Dosage

Do not use more unless directed by a doctor. See Warnings

children 5 to 11 years       One bottle or as directed by a doctor

children 2 to under 5 years       one-half bottle (see below)

children under 2 years       DO NOT USE

One-half bottle preparation: Unscrew cap and remove 2 tablespoons of liquid with a measuring spoon.

Replace cap and follow DIRECTIONS on back of carton.

Other Information

Sodium Content 2.2 g

Inactive Ingredients

benzalkonium chloride, disodium EDTA, purified water

Questions?

C.B. Fleet Co., Inc. 4615 Murray Place Lynchburg, VA 24502  U.S.A.

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DailyMed Set ID: 8d9b3d8f-d340-4587-9224-73dbd72a6509 · Version 2
NDC: 0132-0207