Constipation and bowel cleansers:

Indications for: COLYTE w. FLAVOR PACKS

Bowel cleansing before colonoscopy or barium enema exam.

Adult Dosage:

After fasting for >3hrs, 240mL orally every 10mins or 20–30mL/min by NG tube until fecal discharge is clear. Usual dose 3–4L. Only clear liquids until exam.

Children Dosage:

Not established.

COLYTE w. FLAVOR PACKS Contraindications:

GI obstruction or perforation. Gastric retention. Toxic colitis. Toxic megacolon. Ileus.

COLYTE w. FLAVOR PACKS Warnings/Precautions:

Severe ulcerative colitis. Impaired gag reflex. Semi- or unconsciousness. Risk of aspiration or regurgitation. Correct fluid and electrolyte abnormalities prior to initiation. Increased risk of arrhythmias (eg, history of prolonged QT, uncontrolled arrhythmias, recent MI, unstable angina, CHF or cardiomyopathy); do pre-dose and post-colonoscopy ECGs. History of seizures. Rule out GI obstruction or perforation. Maintain adequate hydration. Renal impairment. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.

COLYTE w. FLAVOR PACKS Classification:

Isosmotic bowel cleanser.

COLYTE w. FLAVOR PACKS Interactions:

Concomitant drugs that may increase the risk of fluid and electrolyte disturbances or adverse events. Drugs administered within 1hr of start of Colyte may not be absorbed. Increased risk of ischemic colitis with concomitant stimulant laxatives.

Adverse Reactions:

Nausea, abdominal fullness or bloating, cramps, vomiting, anal irritation; serious: colonic mucosal ulceration, ischemic colitis; rare: arrhythmias.

How Supplied:

Colyte w. Flavor Packs—4L (disposable jug w. 3 flavor packs)