OCL Oral
Generic Name: PEG/ELECTROLYTE - ORAL
Pronounced: (PEG/ih-LECK-troh-lite)
OCL Oral Uses
This medication is used to clean out the intestines before
a colonoscopy. Electrolyte with polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a laxative that
works by drawing large amounts of water into the colon, causing you to have
watery bowel movements. This cleans out the intestines so that your doctor can
clearly view them during your colonoscopy.
How To Use OCL Oral
This medication is taken by mouth or through a
nose-to-stomach tube (nasogastric tube) without food. Add enough water to the
powder in the provided container to fill to the 4-liter mark, and mix
thoroughly. If this product comes with flavor packets, add the flavor packet of
your choice to the container along with the water and medication powder. Do not
use any flavorings other than those that may come with this product. If you
received the powder in packets/sachets, mix this product in the correct amount
of water in a container big enough to hold the mixture as directed on the
package. After mixing, place the container in the refrigerator to cool. Cooling
the mixture will make it taste less salty. Quickly drink one 8-ounce glass (240
milliliters) of the mixture every 10 minutes until you finish the entire
container (4 liters), or take as directed by your doctor. It is better to drink
the mixture quickly than to sip it slowly. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any questions about how to mix or take this product.
Dosage is based on your age.
Watery bowel movements usually begin 1 hour after you
start to drink the mixture. Since the bowel movements can be very large/watery,
drink more clear liquids so that you do not lose too much body water (become
dehydrated). Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more
information.
Do not take any other medications by mouth within 1 hour
of starting to drink the mixture because your body may not absorb the other
medications. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about rescheduling doses of
other medications.
Follow any special dietary restrictions or instructions
given by your doctor. A period of not eating is usually recommended, usually
starting 3-4 hours before taking this medication and lasting until after the
colonoscopy. Only clear liquids are allowed during this time. Eating solid food
is usually allowed after the colonoscopy.
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