Sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, citric acid anhydrous combine in a laxative to clean out the bowel before a colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is a type of endoscopy that looks inside your colon with a special scope inserted through your anus. Follow the instructions on the label to take this medication as directed.
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SODIUM PICOSULFATE; MAGNESIUM OXIDE; ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID (SOE dee um PI koe SUL fate; mag NEE zee um OX ide; an HYE drus SIT rik AS id) cleans the bowel out before a medical procedure. It works by increasing the amount of water your intestine absorbs, which softens the stool. It also helps the muscles in your intestines move stool. This helps produce a bowel movement. It belongs to a group of medications called laxatives.
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This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): CLENPIQ, Prepopik
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
Take this medication by mouth. Take it as directed on the prescription label.
Some medications should be taken 2 hours before or 6 hours after taking this medication. Talk to your care team about all of the medications you take.
A special MedGuide will be given to you by the pharmacist with each prescription and refill. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
This medication comes with INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. Ask your pharmacist for directions on how to use this medication. Read the information carefully. Talk to your pharmacist or care team if you have questions.
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Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While this medication may be prescribed for children as young as 9 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
This does not apply. This medication is not for regular use.
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Talk to your care team about how to prepare for your procedure. You may need to change your diet several days before the procedure. It is important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of clear liquids, such as sports drinks, apple juice, and water. Ask your care team when you should stop drinking and eating before the procedure. Tell them if you are unable to complete the regimen as directed.
This medication may affect your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. Sit up or stand slowly to reduce the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Drinking alcohol with this medication can increase the risk of these side effects.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77 degrees F). Do not refrigerate. Do not freeze. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
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To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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