Colprep
Generic name:sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate, and magnesium sulfate
Dosage form: powder, for oral solution
Drug class:Laxatives
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 22, 2021.
On This Page
- Indications and Usage
- Dosage and Administration
- Dosage Forms and Strengths
- Contraindications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions/Side Effects
- Drug Interactions
- Use In Specific Populations
- Description
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Nonclinical Toxicology
- Clinical Studies
- How Supplied/Storage and Handling
- Patient Counseling Information
- Medication Guide
The ColPrep Kit brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
Indications and Usage for Colprep
Colprep Kit is indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults.
Colprep Dosage and Administration
Dosage Regimen
The recommended dosage of Colprep Kit is one bottle administered in the evening before colonoscopy and the second bottle administered the morning of colonoscopy as follows:
Dose 1: Early in the evening prior to colonoscopy, 10 to 12 hours before the second dose.
Dose 2: The morning of colonoscopy, at least 3 ½ hours before colonoscopy.
Important Dosing Instructions
- Colprep Kit must be reconstituted and diluted in water prior to ingestion. Direct ingestion of the undiluted reconstituted solution may increase the risk of nausea, vomiting, and dehydration [See Warnings and Precautions (5.8)].
- The Colprep Kit is comprised of two bottles of Colprep administered as a two-day regimen. Both doses of Colprep Kit are required for a complete preparation for colonoscopy.
- Additional fluids must be consumed after each dose of Colprep [See Dosage and Administration (2.4)].
- Do not take other laxatives while taking Colprep Kit.
Instructions for Use
