PEG-3350, Electrolytes and Ascorbate

Generic name: polyethylene glycol 3350, sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium ascorbate,
Dosage form: oral kit
Drug class:Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 1, 2021.

Indications and Usage for PEG-3350, Electrolytes and Ascorbate

PEG-3350, Electrolytes, and Ascorbate for Oral Solution is an osmotic laxative indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults.

PEG-3350, Electrolytes and Ascorbate Dosage and Administration

Important Preparation and Administration Instructions

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Correct fluid and electrolyte abnormalities before treatment with PEG-3350, Electrolytes, and Ascorbate for Oral Solution [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

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Two doses of PEG-3350, Electrolytes, and Ascorbate for Oral Solution are required for a complete preparation for colonoscopy. The time interval between the two doses depends on the regimen prescribed and the planned timing of the colonoscopy procedure. [see Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3)].

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The “Split-Dose” is the preferred method and consists of two separate doses: the first dose is taken the evening before the colonoscopy, and the second dose is taken the next day, the morning of the day of the colonoscopy [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].

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The “Evening Only” is the alternative method and consists of two separate doses: both doses are taken in the evening before the day of the colonoscopy, with a minimum of 1.5 hours between the start of the first dose and the start of the second dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.3...