Clenpiq

Generic name:citric acid, magnesium oxide, and sodium picosulfate [ SIT-rik-AS-id, mag-NEE-zee-um-OX-ide, and-SOE-dee-um-PEE-koe-SUL-fate ]
Brand names: Clenpiq, Prepopik
Drug class:Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 3, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Clenpiq?

Clenpiq is a combination medicine that causes diarrhea for the purpose of cleaning your colon before a colonoscopy. Cleaning the colon allows the inside of your colon to be seen more clearly on the colonoscopy.

Clenpiq is for use in adults and children at least 9 years old.

Clenpiq may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

This medicine can cause severe dehydration, which can lead to a serious electrolyte imbalance, seizures, kidney failure, or abnormal heartbeats that can cause death.

The risk of dehydration is highest in people with heart problems or kidney disease, or if you take certain other medicines. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using.

Call your doctor if you are sick with vomiting and cannot drink enough water for your bowel prep, or if you have a headache, dizziness, or decreased urination.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Clenpiq if you are allergic to citric acid...