Oral Sodium Phosphate (OSP), or Oral Sodium Phosphate Solution (OSPS), is the main ingredient of Fleet Phospho-soda, Fleet ACCU-PREP, Visicol, and OsmoPrep and is used as a laxative to clean the bowels prior to colonoscopy or so-called virtual colonoscopy (computed tomographic colonoscopy). Numerous studies conducted in recent years have shown, however, that oral sodium phosphate has been associated with kidney damage and possible acute kidney failure, especially in patients over age 55, the very population that needs to use them as part of regular colorectal cancer screenings.

 

If you suffered as a result of using oral sodium phosphate, you may be entitled to compensation for your kidney injuries. Contact us to schedule an oral sodium phosphate injury consultation with the pharmaceutical litigation attorneys at Schlichter, Bogard & Denton today.

 

What Is Oral Sodium Phosphate?

 

Oral sodium phosphate is a compound that is taken to induce diarrhea for bowel cleansing. The result is primarily due to the presence of sodium in the compound, which draws water into the bowels, facilitating colonic discharge. Oral sodium Phosphate is sold as Fleet Phospho-soda, Fleet ACCU-PREP, Visicol, and OsmoPrep.

 

Although sodium is the primary method of action, phosphate levels as a result of taking oral sodium phosphate are the primary concern in causing side effects. And on 12/11/2008, the FDA ordered a black box warning be added to prescription formulations of oral sodium phosphate to warn of the possibility of acute kidney injury, specifically acute phosphate nephropathy.

 

What Is Acute Phosphate Nephropathy?

 

Acute phosphate nephropathy is a form of kidney injury that results from deposits of calcium-phosphate crystals in the kidney. These crystals block the kidneys' ability to filter blood, and cause acute renal failure. This kidney failure is often permanent and requires regular dialysis.

 

Compensation for Oral Sodium Phosphate Injuries

 

If you suffered acute phosphate nephropathy following oral sodium phosphate use, your injuries may mean a lifetime of dialysis treatment and its numerous complications and expenses. This injury is not your fault, and you should not have to pay for treatment. Filing an oral sodium phosphate lawsuit can make those responsible pay for your injury.

 

To ensure the greatest chance of a favorable outcome for your oral sodium phosphate injury lawsuit, you should work with a law firm that understands the complexities of pharmaceutical litigation. At Schlichter, Bogard & Denton, our attorneys have won millions of dollars in compensation for clients who have been injured as a result of defective pharmaceuticals. We represent the rights of persons injured in all 50 states. Schedule a consultation today.