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Colyte - Polyethylene Glycol 3350

Bharat Pothuri Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG
Brand Name
Colyte
Generic Name
Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Drug Class
Osmotic Laxative
Availability
Prescription
Manufacturer
Alaven Pharmaceuticals
Indications
Bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy
Type
Powder for Solution
Doses
4 liters orally
Route
Oral
Side Effects
Nausea, bloating, cramping
Interactions
Diuretics, laxatives
Overdose
Seek medical help for dehydration
Missed Dose
Restart dosage if time permits
Contraindications
GI obstruction, toxic colitis
Alternatives
GoLYTELY, MiraLAX
Co-Pay Assistance Program
Available
Patient Assistance Program
Available

Frequently Asked Questions

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is a polymer that is operationalized as a stabilizer.

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is a laxative which is used in the treatment of constipation thereby ensuring that the stool is made up of more water which is easy to pass through.

Mode of action Polyethylene Glycol 3350?

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is the active ingredient which entices the water on the colon and liquefies the stool besides helping the bowel movement.

What are the commonly used side effects in Polyethylene Glycol 3350?

They are mainly comprised of bloating, diarrhea, stomach cramping and nausea which are the side effects.

Is Polyethylene Glycol 3350 suitable with food?

Yes, Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is taken either as a combination or individually. It is mixed with water and thereafter it is consumed.

Safe during pregnancy Polyethylene Glycol 3350?

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 has not numerous contraindications with pregnancy, still, it is always advisable to keep in mind to ask your doctor before taking it.

and what of Polyethylene Glycol 3350 of which I said nothing?

Regarding repeated dose, you must keep in mind that you must do it as soon as you will recall them, but you must not make it too close to your next dose. Do not take two doses at once.

PEG 3350 operating lag?

De congestion of Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is expected to be done within 1-3 days of usual working time.

Is it possible to introduce Polyethylene Glycol 3350 in the long term?

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 can be employed as provisional constipation. To be sure that the dependency will not be developed in the long-term, its use will be discussed with a medical practitioner.

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 can potentially react with any other medication?

However, Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is not excessively reactive to other drugs in other instances but again you must not forego consultation to your doctor since in other instances, other drugs also act on the digestive tracts.

What should be done in case of the side effects of Polyethylene Glycol 3350?

They ought to consult medical assistance when the conditions of incontrollable diarrheal and the aches in the abdominal regions are not so intense.