Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Sodium Sulfate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride

Generic Name: polyethylene glycol 3350, sodium sulfate anhydrous, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride

Osmotic Laxative [EPC]Over-the-Counter (OTC)

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Peg-3350 And Electrolytes

11 DESCRIPTION PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is a combination of polyethylene glycol 3350, an osmotic laxative, and electrolytes (sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate and potassium chloride) for oral solution supplied in a 4 liter disposable jug containing 236 g polyethylene glycol 3350, 22.74 g sodium sulfate (anhydrous), 6.74 g sodium bicarbonate, 5.86 g sodium chloride, and 2.97 g potassium chloride as a white powder.

Overview

11 DESCRIPTION PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is a combination of polyethylene glycol 3350, an osmotic laxative, and electrolytes (sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate and potassium chloride) for oral solution supplied in a 4 liter disposable jug containing 236 g polyethylene glycol 3350, 22.74 g sodium sulfate (anhydrous), 6.74 g sodium bicarbonate, 5.86 g sodium chloride, and 2.97 g potassium chloride as a white powder.

Uses

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is indicated for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy and barium enema X-ray examination in adults. PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is a combination of PEG 3350, an osmotic laxative, and electrolytes indicated for cleansing of the colon in preparation for colonoscopy and barium enema X-ray examination in adults ( 1 )

Dosage

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Preparation and Administration ( 2.1 ): Correct fluid and electrolyte abnormalities before treatment with PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution. Reconstitute PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution with water prior to ingestion. Do not take oral medications within 1 hour before the start or during administration of PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution. ( 2.1 ) Do not take other laxatives while taking PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution. Consume only clear liquids; avoid red and purple liquids. Consume water or other clear liquids up until 2 hours before the time of the colonoscopy. Do not consume solid food within 2 hours before starting PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution.

Side Effects

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Renal impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Colonic mucosal ulcerations and ischemic colitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Patients with significant gastrointestinal disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Aspiration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] The following adverse reactions associated with the use of PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution were identified in clinical trials or postmarketing reports. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to estimate their frequency, reliably, or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Some drugs increase risks due to fluid and electrolyte changes ( 7.1 ) 7.1 Drugs that May Increase Risks Due to Fluid and Electrolyte Abnormalities Use caution when prescribing PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution for patients with conditions and/or who are using medications that increase the risk for fluid and electrolyte disturbances or may increase the risk of renal impairment, seizure, arrhythmias, and prolonged QT in the setting of fluid and electrolyte abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 5.3 , 5.4 )] . Consider additional patient evaluations as appropriate. 7.2 Potential for Reduced Drug Absorption PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution can reduce the absorption of other administered drugs.

Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of fluid and electrolyte abnormalities: Encourage adequate hydration, assess concurrent medications, and consider laboratory assessments prior to and after use. ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 7.1 ) Cardiac arrhythmias: Consider pre-dose and post-colonoscopy ECGs in patients at increased risk of serious cardiac arrhythmias. ( 5.2 ) Seizures: Use caution in patients with a history of seizures and patients at increased risk of seizure, including medications that lower the seizure threshold. ( 5.3 , 7.1 ) Patients with renal impairment or taking concomitant medications that affect renal function: Use caution, ensure adequate hydration and consider testing. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is contraindicated in the following conditions: Gastrointestinal (GI) obstruction [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Bowel perforation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Toxic colitis or toxic megacolon Gastric retention Ileus Hypersensitivity to any component of PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution [see Warnings and Pr...

Pregnancy

8.1 Pregnancy Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution. It is also not known whether PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

Storage

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING Product: 50090-6521 NDC: 50090-6521-0 4 L in a JUG

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Sodium Sulfate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride used for?

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is indicated for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy and barium enema X-ray examination in adults. PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is a combination of PEG 3350, an osmotic laxative, and electrolytes indicated for cleansing of the colon in preparation for colonoscopy and barium enema X-ray examination in adults ( 1 )

What are the side effects of Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Sodium Sulfate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride?

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: Renal impairment [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.4 )] Colonic mucosal ulcerations and ischemic colitis [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.5 )] Patients with significant gastrointestinal disease [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Aspiration [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 )] The following adverse reactions associated with the use of PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution were identified in clinical trials or postmarketing reports. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to estimate their frequency, reliably, or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Can I take Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Sodium Sulfate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride during pregnancy?

8.1 Pregnancy Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution. It is also not known whether PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution should be given to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed.

What are the important warnings for Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Sodium Sulfate Anhydrous, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride?

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Risk of fluid and electrolyte abnormalities: Encourage adequate hydration, assess concurrent medications, and consider laboratory assessments prior to and after use. ( 5.1 , 5.2 , 7.1 ) Cardiac arrhythmias: Consider pre-dose and post-colonoscopy ECGs in patients at increased risk of serious cardiac arrhythmias. ( 5.2 ) Seizures: Use caution in patients with a history of seizures and patients at increased risk of seizure, including medications that lower the seizure threshold. ( 5.3 , 7.1 ) Patients with renal impairment or taking concomitant medications that affect renal function: Use caution, ensure adequate hydration and consider testing. 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution is contraindicated in the following conditions: Gastrointestinal (GI) obstruction [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Bowel perforation [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.6 )] Toxic colitis or toxic megacolon Gastric retention Ileus Hypersensitivity to any component of PEG-3350 and Electrolytes for Oral Solution [see Warnings and Pr...

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