Suclear

Generic name:sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate, magnesium sulfate, polyethylene glycol 3350, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate and potassium chloride
Dosage form: oral solution
Drug class:Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 22, 2021.

Indications and Usage for Suclear

Suclear is indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults.

Suclear Dosage and Administration

Dosing Overview

There are two dosing regimens. Each requires two separate dosing times:

• Split-Dose (2-Day) [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)]
• Day-Before (1-Day) [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].

Both Suclear dosing regimens require administration of Suclear using one 6-oz bottle of oral solution (containing sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate, and magnesium sulfate) diluted with water to 16-oz, followed by a 2-L jug of powder (polyethylene glycol 3350, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate and potassium chloride) dissolved in water. Additional fluids must be consumed in both dosing regimens [see Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3)]. Instruct patients to consume only clear liquids (no solid food or milk) and to avoid alcohol on the day before colonoscopy until after completion of the colonoscopy. [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].

Split-Dose (2-Day) Regimen (Preferred Method)

The Split-Dose regimen is the preferred dosing method. Instruct patients to take two separate doses in conjunction with fluids, as follows:

Dose 1 - Eveni...