Gavilyte C Drug Information
Generic name: POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL-3350 AND ELECTROLYTES WITH FLAVOR PACK
Osmotic Laxative [EPC]
Uses of Gavilyte C
GaviLyte- C with flavor pack is indicated for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy or barium enema X-ray examination.
Dosage & Administration of Gavilyte C
L/hour).
PREPARATION OF GaviLyte- C with flavor pack SOLUTION: This preparation can be used with or without the lemon flavor pack. 1. To add flavor, tear open lemon flavor pack at the indicated marking and pour contents into the bottle BEFORE reconstitution. 2. SHAKE WELL to incorporate flavoring into the powder. 3. 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 pack, omit steps one and two, above.
Side Effects of Gavilyte C
Nausea, abdominal fullness and bloating are the most frequent adverse reactions, occurring in up to 50% of patients. Abdominal cramps, vomiting and anal irritation occur less frequently. These adverse reactions are transient.
Isolated cases of urticaria, rhinorrhea, dermatitis, and rarely anaphylaxis, angioedema, tongue edema, and face edema have been reported which may represent allergic reactions.
Warnings & Cautions for Gavilyte C
Flavor pack is for use only in combination with the contents of the accompanying 4 liter container. No other additional ingredients (e.g., flavorings) should be added to the solution. GaviLyte- C with flavor pack should be used with caution in patients with severe ulcerative colitis.
Contraindications for Gavilyte C
GaviLyte- C with flavor pack is contraindicated in patients known to be hypersensitive to any of the components. GaviLyte- C with flavor pack is contraindicated in patients with ileus, gastrointestinal obstruction, gastric retention, bowel perforation, toxic colitis or toxic megacolon.
Drug information sourced from the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
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