Glycoprep-O Kit (Includes sachets + tablets)

Glycoprep-O Kit (Includes sachets + tablets)

Description:

Glycoprep – O, orange flavour sachets are used to remove the bowel contents and cleanse it prior to the doctor’s examination or surgery. It enables your doctor to see inside easily.

It is sometimes used to clear the colon before a special x-ray of the kidneys. It does this by acting in the intestine and colon causing a watery stool or bowel motion which removes the bowel contents.

Your doctor, however, may prescribe GlycoPrep for another purpose. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why GlycoPrep has been prescribed for you or how you are to take it.

Ingredients:

Each Bisacodyl 5 mg tablet contains 5 mg bisacodyl, as the active ingredient. It also contains lactose monohydrate, sucrose, gelatin, maize starch, calcium carbonate, colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, macrogol 6000, quinoline yellow (104), methacrylic acid copolymer, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, purified talc, sodium starch glycollate type A and antifoam AF emulsion Q7-2587 (PI 1515).

Each Magnesium Citrate 21.5 g sachet contains magnesium carbonate hydrate 7.2 g and citric acid 14.3 g, as the active ingredients, which together forms magnesium citrate in solution.

Each GLYCOPREP ORANGE 70 g sachet contains macrogol 3350 (polyethylene glycol) 52.9 g, potassium chloride 740 mg, sodium chloride 2.6 g and sodium sulfate 5.6 g, as active ingredients

Total sodium content in 70 g sachet is 2.86 g. It also contains ascorbic acid, silicon dioxide, natural orange flavour and natural Stevia sweetener. Contains sugars, lactose and sucrose

Usage Directions:

Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. Follow all directions given to you by your doctor carefully. 

1. One day prior to the examination, after consulting your doctor, take the three Bisacodyl tablets with one full glass (approx. 250 mL) of water. Continue drinking Recommended Clear Fluids, at least a glass per hour.

2. In the evening of the same day prepare the Magnesium Citrate sachet as per the instructions in “How to prepare this medicine kit” or if prepared earlier and chilled take the mixture out of the refrigerator. Drink the mixture completely. Continue drinking Recommended Clear Fluids, at least a glass per hour.

3. In the evening of the same day, prepare the GLYCOPREP ORANGE sachet as per the instructions in “How to prepare this medicine kit” or if prepared earlier and chilled, take the mixture out of the refrigerator. Drink the mixture completely. Ideally drink approximately 1 to 2 glasses every 15-20 minutes until completed. If you become nauseated, reduce the rate of intake.

Continue drinking Recommended Clear Fluids, at least a glass per hour until bedtime. No food or drink should be taken for two (2) hours prior to the examination. REMEMBER you need to be close to toilet facilities whilst you are taking GLYCOPREP-O KIT.

Magnesium Citrate Sachet Slowly mix the entire contents of the Magnesium Citrate sachet in approximately 250 mL of warm water (not boiling). Be aware that the solution will be effervescent (fizz and bubble). Stir gently until the effervescence ceases. The solution will appear cloudy and may be hot. Allow solution to cool before drinking. You also have the option of chilling the prepared Magnesium Citrate mixture in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours prior to drinking.

GLYCOPREP ORANGE Sachet Mix the entire contents of the GLYCOPREP ORANGE sachet in 1 litre of water at ambient temperature using a suitable food grade container. The solution will appear cloudy. You also have the option of chilling the prepared GLYCOPREP ORANGE mixture in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours prior to drinking.

Bisacodyl Tablets Swallow the bisacodyl tablets whole. Do not crush or chew the tablets.

Storage:

Store in a cool dry place below 25°C.

If you prefer to have your bowel preparation chilled, cover the mixture and place in a refrigerator prior to drinking for no more than 24 hours.

Warnings:

This product is a Pharmacist Only Medicine and requires pharmacist advice. This medicine may not be right for you. Always read the label and follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Keep out of reach of children.

This preparation usually induces frequent, loose bowel movements within two to three hours of taking the first dose. You should remain within easy reach of toilet facilities and not plan any other activities until after the examination. It is most important that you take adequate fluids to avoid dehydration. Drink approved clear fluids, at least 250mL every hour, until 6 hours prior to the examination.