Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Jamp Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate (Jamp Pharma, 250 mg)
ABOUT THIS MEDICATION
What the medication is used for:
JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate is used to remove high amounts of potassium from the blood.
What it does:
JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate attaches to the extra potassium in the body, particularly in the large intestine, so it can be removed from the body in the stool.
When it should not be used:
Do not take JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate if:
- You have a bowel obstruction (blocked intestine).
- You have low levels of potassium in your blood.
- If you are allergic to sodium polystyrene sulfonate
Do not give JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate to newborn babies.
What the medicinal ingredient is:
Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
What the non-medicinal ingredients are:
Oral suspension: alcohol, cherry flavour (contains benzyl alcohol), magnesium aluminum silicate, methylparaben (as preservative), propylene glycol, propylparaben (as preservative), purified water, saccharin sodium, sorbitol.
What dosage forms it comes in:
- Oral suspension (for oral use)
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
BEFORE you use JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you have or have had any medical conditions, especially the following:
- Heart problems
- High blood pressure
Problems with your bowel movements such as delayed bowel movements or constipation
- Severe burns
- Low blood volume, which can occur with dehydration or bleeding
- Have been told you have an electrolyte imbalance. JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate therapy can worsen these imbalances. Your doctor may want to check the levels of the electrolytes in your blood more frequently during treatment.
- Are undergoing dialysis or have any kidney problems
- Edema (swelling of the face, hands or feet with fluid)
- You require low salt diet.
You are pregnant, think you are pregnant, or intend to become pregnant.
- You are breastfeeding. It is not known if JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate passes into breast milk.
- You are taking a sweetener called sorbitol (a «sugar-free» sweetener used to sweeten food).
- You have problems with your bowel, bowel movements or delayed bowel movements (constipation) caused by drugs or following a surgery.
When taken by mouth, avoid taking JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate at the same time as other orally administered medications (see “PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION”).
Magnesium containing laxatives should not be used with JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate.
Pediatrics: JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate contains benzyl alcohol. Serious side effects (e.g., gasping syndrome) including death have happened in newborns or infants who have received benzyl alcohol intravenously (through the veins).
INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION
As with most medicines, interactions with other drugs are possible. Tell your doctor, nurse or pharmacist about all the medicines you take, including drugs prescribed by other doctors, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines (non-prescription drugs or over the counter drugs).
When taken by mouth, JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate may interfere with how other oral medicines are absorbed (see “PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION”).
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The following may interact with JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate:
- Digoxin, a medicine used for heart problems.
- Laxatives such as magnesium hydroxide or aluminum carbonate
- Thyroxine, a medicine for hypothyroidism
- Lithium, a medicine which can be used to treat bipolar disorder.
- Antacids containing aluminum or magnesium
- Sorbitol (a ‘sugar free’ sweetener used to sweeten food).
- Immunosuppressant drugs
- Drugs that slow the stomach from emptying (drugs such as anticholinergics or narcotics).
PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION
Usual dose:
JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Oral Suspension is given only by mouth.
The amount of JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate you need to take will depend upon the amount of potassium in your blood.
Your doctor will decide exactly how much JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate you need to take. The usual doses are:
ORAL DOSING
When taken by mouth, JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate should be taken at least 3 hours before or 3 hours after other oral medications. For patients with gastroparesis (a condition preventing your stomach from emptying properly), a 6-hour separation should be considered. Consult your health care provider for recommendations (see “WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS” and “INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION”).
- JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Oral Suspension does not require any preparation before use. Shake the bottle well before drinking.
Your doctor will regularly check the potassium, calcium and magnesium levels in your blood. The doctor may change the dose or stop the JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate depending on what the results of these blood tests are.
Adults, including the elderly:
- JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate Oral Suspension: 15 grams (60 mL) one to four times daily as indicated above.
Children:
You should follow the dosing recommended by your doctor.
Newborn babies (neonates)
JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate should not be given.
Overdose:
Taking too much JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate may reduce your potassium in your blood below the normal level. If you take too much of this medication, you may feel irritable, confused, have muscle weakness, have diminished reflexes or paralysis.
If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department, regional poison control centre or Health Canada’s toll-free number,
1-844 POISON-X (1-844-764-7669) immediately, even if there are no signs or symptoms.
Missed Dose:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you have missed. If it is almost time for the dose, skip the dose you missed and take the next dose when you are meant to.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT
THEM
These are not all the possible side effects you may have when taking JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate. If you experience any side effects not listed here, tell your healthcare professional.
Side effects may include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
| Frequency/Side Effect/Symptom | Talk with your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Only if severe | In all cases | ||
| UNKNOWN FREQUENCY | |||
| Constipation: bloating and swelling of the abdomen. | x | ||
| Abdominal pain (pain in your stomach and rectum) | x | ||
| Stomach irritation and bleeding: | x | ||
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| SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM | ||||||||||||||
| Frequency/Side Effect/Symptom | Talk with your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | ||||||||||||
| Frequency/Side Effect/Symptom | Talk with your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | ||||||||||||
| Only if severe | In all cases | |||||||||||||
| Only if severe | In all cases | |||||||||||||
| vomit that looks like coffee grounds. | ||||||||||||||
| Rectal bleeding: black bloody or tarry stools. | x | |||||||||||||
| Allergic reaction: difficulty swallowing or breathing, wheezing, feeling sick to your stomach and throwing up, hives or rash, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. | x | |||||||||||||
| Hypernatremia (high level of sodium): swelling | x | |||||||||||||
| Hypokalemia (low level of potassium in the blood): muscle weakness, muscle spasms, cramping, constipation, feeling of skipped heart beats or palpitations, fatigue, tingling or numbness. | x | |||||||||||||
| Hypocalcemia (low level of calcium): feeling nervous or unable to relax, having fits, or muscle cramps. | x | |||||||||||||
| Fecal impaction (blocked colon from a mass of stool): abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, liquid stool, urge to move bowels, loss of appetite, weight loss, malaise | x | |||||||||||||
| Bowel obstruction or gastrointestinal stenosis (the bowel | x | |||||||||||||
| or part of the gastrointestinal tract is partially or fully blocked): cramping, severe stomach pain, vomiting, bloating, constipation, inability to pass stool or gas, loss of appetite, swelling of the abdomen. | ||||||||||||||
| Gastrointestinal necrosis and bowel perforation: severe stomach pain, chills, fever, nausea vomiting, bleeding from your rectum, swelling of the stomach, constipation, diarrhea, fever fainting, low urine and confusion | x | |||||||||||||
| Gastrointestinal Ischemia / Ischemic Colitis (slow or no blood flow to the intestines): abdominal cramps, abdominal pain, bright red bowel movement, weight loss, diarrhea, nausea bloating. | x | |||||||||||||
Peritonitis (swelling of the lining of the belly or stomach): abdominal pain or tenderness, bloating, fever, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, thirst, low urine, cannot pass stool or gas, fatigue, confusion. | x | |||||||||||||
| Gastrointestinal Necrosis | x | |||||||||||||
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ
This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
HOW TO STORE IT
Store at room temperature (15-30°C). Keep container tightly closed. Protect from freezing and from excessive heat. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (canada.ca/drug-device-reporting) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your healthcare professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
MORE INFORMATION
If you want more information about JAMP Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
Find the full Prescribing Information that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Consumer
Information by visiting the Health Canada website (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products/drug-product-database.html), or by calling
1-866-399-9091.
JAMP Pharma Corporation
1310 rue Nobel
Boucherville, Québec
J4B 5H3, Canada
Date of Preparation: JUN 29, 2026