Drug Catalog - Product Detail
PEG 3350 & ELECTROLYTES FOR ORAL SOLUTION PWD 240/22.72/6.72/5.84/2.98G 4LTR
| NDC | Mfr | Size | Str | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62175-0446-01 | KREMERS URBAN | 4000 | 240GM | SOLUTION |
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Description
DESCRIPTION: PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES is a colon lavage preparation provided as water-soluble components for solution. In solution each PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES preparation delivers the following, in grams per liter. Polyethylene glycol 3350 60.00 Sodium chloride 1.46 Potassium chloride 0.745 Sodium bicarbonate 1.68 Sodium sulfate 5.68 When dissolved in sufficient water to make 4 liters, the final solution contains 125 mEq/L sodium, 10 mEq/L potassium, 20 mEq/L bicarbonate, 80 mEq/L sulfate, 35 mEq/L chloride and 18 mEq/L polyethylene glycol 3350. The reconstituted solution is isosmotic and has a mildly salty taste. PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES is administered orally or via nasogastric tube.
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED: PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES is supplied in 4 liter bottles. Each 4 liter bottle contains polyethylene glycol 3350 240 g, sodium chloride 5.84 g, potassium chloride 2.98 g, sodium bicarbonate 6.72 g, sodium sulfate (anhydrous) 22.72 g. The preparation is supplied in powdered form for oral administration as a solution. PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES 4 liter NDC 62175-446-01 Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F); excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). KEEP RECONSTITUTED SOLUTION REFRIGERATED. USE WITHIN 48 HOURS. DISCARD UNUSED PORTION. Distributed by: Kremers Urban Pharmaceuticals Inc. Princeton, NJ 08540, USA L2152J Rev. 3E 01/2011
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE: PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES is indicated for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy or barium enema X-ray examination.
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES can be administered orally or by nasogastric tube. Patients should fast at least 3 hours prior to administration. A one hour waiting period after the appearance of clear liquid stool should be allowed prior to examination to complete bowel evacuation. No foods except clear liquids should be permitted prior to examination after PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES administration. ORAL: The recommended adult oral dose is 240 mL (8 fl. oz.) every 10 minutes (see INFORMATION FOR PATIENTS ). Lavage is complete when fecal discharge is clear. Lavage is usually complete after the ingestion of 3–4 liters. NASOGASTRIC TUBE: PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES is administered at a rate of 20-30 mL per minute (1.2-1.8 L/hour). PREPARATION OF PEG-3350 & ELECTROLYTES SOLUTION: 4 Liter : Add tap water to FILL line. Replace cap tightly and mix or shake well until all ingredients have dissolved. (No additional ingredients, e.g. flavorings, should be added to the solution.)