A1,
A2,
B,
C1,
C2,
D,
E,
F,
G-H,
I-K,
L,
M,
N,
O,
P1,
P2,
Q-R,
S,
T,
U-V,
W-Z
Go-Lytely Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - PEG Electrolytes Solution
Go-Lytely Indications, Dosage, Storage, Stability - PEG Electrolytes Solution
INDICATIONS
COLYTE® and COLYTE®- FLAVORED are indicated
for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy or barium enema X-ray examination.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
COLYTE® or COLYTE®-FLAVORED 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 COLYTE® or COLYTE®-FLAVORED
administration.
Oral
The recommended adult oral dose is 240 ml (8 fl. oz.) every 10 minutes
(see PATIENT INFORMATION section).
Lavage is complete when fecal discharge is clear. Lavage is usually complete
after the ingestion of 3-4 liters.
Nasogastric Tube
COLYTE® or COLYTE®-FLAVORED is administered
at a rate of 20-30 mL per minute (1.2-1.8 L/hour).
Preparation Of Colyte® or Colyte®-Flavored
Solution
This preparation can be used with or without the flavor packs.
- To add flavor, tear open one flavor pack at the indicated marking and pour contents into the bottle BEFORE reconstitution. Discard unused flavor packs.
- SHAKE WELL to incorporate flavoring into the powder.
- Add tap water to FILL line. Replace cap tightly and mix or shake well until all ingredients have dissolved. (No other additional ingredients, e.g. flavorings, should be added to the solution.)
Note: If not using flavor packs, omit steps one and two, above.
HOW SUPPLIED
COLYTE® and COLYTE®-FLAVORED are supplied
in 4 liter (NDC 0091-4401-23 and NDC 0091-4403-05, respectively) and 18
oz. (NDC 0091-4401-49 and NDC 0091-4403-13, respectively) bottles in powdered
form, for oral administration as a solution. Each contains the following:
- 4 liter, (NDC 0091-4401-23 and NDC 0091-4403-05): 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, flavor
ingredients (COLYTE®-FLAVORED only) 1.85 g, in a bottle.
- 18 oz., (NDC 0091-4401-49 and NDC 0091-4403-13): polyethylene
glycol 3350 227.10 g, sodium chloride 5.53 g, potassium chloride 2.82
g, sodium bicarbonate 6.36 g, sodium sulfate (anhydrous) 21.50 g, flavor
ingredients (COLYTE®-FLAVORED only) 1.75 g, in a bottle.
Strorage: Store powder at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C
(59°-86°F).
Keep reconstituted solution refrigerated. Use within 48 hours. Discard
unused portions.
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