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U.S. Brand Names
HalfLytely® and Bisacodyl
Pharmacologic Category
Laxative, Bowel Evacuant; Laxative, Stimulant
Reasons not to take this medicine
• If you have an allergy to polyethylene glycol, bisacodyl, or any other part of this medicine.
• Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.
• If you have any of the following conditions: Hole in the gastrointestinal tract or intestinal blockage.
How does it work?
• Polyethylene glycol-electrolyte solution cleanses the bowel.
• Bisacodyl increases the activity of the bowel.
How is it best taken?
• Do not eat solid food while taking medicine.
• Take all bisacodyl tablets at the same time. Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
• Mix powder with water only as directed.
• Start drinking the solution after first bowel movement or 6 hours after taking the bisacodyl tablets.
• Chill the solution to improve taste.
• Drink 8 oz. quickly every 10 minutes until gone.
What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)
• This medicine is taken on an as needed basis.
What should I monitor?
• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?
• Follow up with healthcare provider.
How should I store this medicine?
• Store at room temperature.
General statements
• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.
• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
• Most medicines can be thrown away in household trash after mixing with coffee grounds or kitty litter and sealing in a plastic bag.
• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).
• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or in Canada to Health Canada's Canada Vigilance Program at 1-866-234-2345.
• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.
Created: 2005-04-07 17:10:48.0
Modified: 2010-03-09 08:18:03.0
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