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Colyte

(peg-electrolytes)

Colyte (Peg-electrolytes) is a combination of polyethylene glycol 3350 and electrolytes and belongs to a class of medications called osmotic laxatives. It works by drawing and retaining water into the large colon.

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Colyte information

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To cleanse the bowel prior to a medical procedure, the usual adult dose is 3 L to 4 L of solution taken by mouth. Rapidly drink 250 mL of solution every 10 to 15 minutes until the bowels are completely cleansed. Colyte (Peg-electrolytes) should be taken without food (after at least a 3 hour fast). Some medications should not be taken within 2 hours after taking Colyte (Peg-electrolytes); talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medications.

Your doctor may recommend drinking 2 L of the solution the evening before your procedure and the remaining 2 L on the morning of the procedure, finishing at least 4 hours before your procedure.

To treat constipation, the usual adult dose is 240 mL to 480 mL per day for no more than one week of treatment. If you have not experienced a bowel movement after the 4th day of treatment, consult your doctor. If you begin having Diarrhea, stop taking Colyte (Peg-electrolytes).

Colyte (Peg-electrolytes) may be chilled in the refrigerator for better taste. Do not add any additional ingredients or flavouring to Colyte (Peg-electrolytes).

Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.

It is important to take Colyte (Peg-electrolytes) exactly as recommended by your doctor.

Store Colyte (Peg-electrolytes) at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children. Once the powder is reconstituted, the solution should be refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C.

Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.

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