Purelax Drug Information

Generic name: POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350

Osmotic Laxative [EPC]

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Uses of Purelax

  • Use
  • Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • Generally produces a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days

Dosage & Administration of Purelax

  • Do not take more than directed unless advised by your doctor
  • The bottle top is a measuring cap marked to contain 17 grams of powder when filled to the indicated line (white section in cap)
  • Adults and children 17 years of age and older:
  • Use once a day
  • Fill to top of white section in cap which is marked to indicate correct dose (17 g)
  • Stir and dissolve in any 4 to 8 ounces of beverage (cold, hot or room temperature) then drink
  • Do not combine with starch-based thickeners used for difficulty swallowing
  • Ensure that the powder is fully dissolved before drinking
  • Do not drink if there are any clumps
  • Do not use no more than 7 days
  • Children 16 years of age or under: ask a doctor

Side Effects of Purelax

When using this product
you may have loose, watery, more frequent stools

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • You have rectal bleeding or your nausea, bloating, cramping or abdominal pain gets worse. These may be signs of a serious condition.
  • You get diarrhea
  • You need to use a laxative for longer than 1 week

Warnings & Cautions for Purelax

  • Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to polyethylene glycol Do not use if you have kidney disease, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have
  • Nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain
  • A sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
  • Irritable bowel syndrome Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug When using this product you may have loose, watery, more frequent stools Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • You have rectal bleeding or your nausea, bloating, cramping or abdominal pain gets worse. These may be signs of a serious condition.
  • You get diarrhea
  • You need to use a laxative for longer than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

Drug Interactions with Purelax

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug

Pregnancy Safety for Purelax

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Contraindications for Purelax

If you have kidney disease, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Overdosage Information for Purelax

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).

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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