Bowel emptying and cleansing by means of total gastrointestinal tract perfusion in preparation for gastrointestinal procedure (such as colonoscopy, barium enema x ray examination), prior to intravenous pyelograms (IVP) or colorectal surgery. Used sequentially to ensure total removal of intestinal and colonic contents.

CONTRAINDICATIONS: Hypersensitivity to any ingredients, gastrointestinal obstruction, gastric retention, bowel perforation (frank or suspected), toxic colitis, toxic megacolon, ileus, severe dehydration, body weight <20 kg. 

PRECAUTIONS: Severe ulcerative colitis, patients with a stoma, impaired renal function, pre-existing electrolyte disturbances, dehydration, undiagnosed abdominal pain, congestive heart failure, diabetes, elderly, children, pregnancy, lactation; Impaired gag reflex, semi-conscious, prone to regurgitation or aspiration, nasogastric intubation;. 

INTERACTIONS: Glycoprep increases the gastrointestinal transit rate and therefore may reduce the efficacy of concomitant medications (e.g. oral contraceptive pill, antibiotics, other oral medications). Concomitant  calcium channel blockers, diuretics or other medications may affect electrolyte levels. 

ADVERSE EFFECTS: Nausea, abdominal fullness and bloating, cramps, vomiting, anal irritation.