The attorneys at Morgan & Morgan are currently investigating cases of acute phosphate nephropathy and other kidney problems caused by Fleet Phospho-soda. Fleet Phospho-soda is an oral sodium phosphate solution, which was commonly used as a laxative and to cleanse the bowel prior to a colonoscopy or bowel surgery.
Fleet Phospho-soda achieves laxative action by drawing fluids from other parts of the body into the colon. This can cause serious side effects, including acute phosphate nephropathy (APN). APN occurs when deposits of calcium-phosphate crystals become trapped in the renal (kidney) tubules. The entrapment of these crystals can lead to permanent kidney function impairment, and dialysis or a kidney transplant may be required to treat it. Symptoms of APN include malaise, lethargy, decreased urine, and swelling of the ankles, feet and legs. Blood tests can be used to formally diagnose APN. Other harmful side effects associated with the use of oral sodium phosphates include kidney failure and chronic kidney disease.
People over the age of 55 and people who are hypovolemic or have decreased intravascular volume are at an increased risk for developing these problems. Additional risk factors that may increase the potential for dangerous Fleet Phospho-soda side effects include:
· Preexisting kidney disease
· Bowel obstruction
· Active colitis
· Use of medications that affect renal perfusion or function (such as diuretics, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)
The risk of kidney damage from oral sodium phosphate products was first reported in 2003, and the FDA released a paper describing the occurrence of APN as a serious adverse event associated with oral sodium phosphate products in 2006. However, C.B. Fleet continued to market Fleet Phospho-soda as a bowel cleanser without adequate warnings until December 2008, when it voluntarily recalled the product following an official FDA alert. C.B. Fleet is currently facing a number of Fleet Phospho-soda lawsuits filed by individuals who suffered kidney problems after using a Fleet Phospho-soda bowel cleansing solution.
If you or a loved one developed acute phosphate nephropathy or any other form of kidney damage after taking Fleet Phospho-soda, you may be entitled to compensation. Visit http://www.forthepeople.com/fleet_phospho_soda_recall_lawyers.htm and fill out the free case evaluation form to find out if you are eligible to file a Fleet Phospho-soda lawsuit. Morgan & Morgan’s Fleet Phospho-soda lawyers are experienced in litigating dangerous and defective drug cases and have the resources and knowledge to pursue justice on your behalf.
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