Picoprep 2 Orange Flavored Sachets

Product Description:

• Picoprep orange flavor sachets are used to clear and cleanse the bowel contents before a doctor's examination or surgery.
• Allow your doctor to see inside easily.
• It is sometimes used to cleanse the colon before special x-rays of the kidneys.
• It does this by working in the intestines and colon causing watery stools or bowel movements that remove the contents of the intestines.
• However, your doctor may prescribe Picoprep for another purpose.
• Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why Picoprep has been prescribed for you or how to take it.

Directions for use:

• Do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor or pharmacist.
• Follow all instructions given to you by your doctor carefully.

Prepare the solution:

• Slowly add the contents of one Picoprep sachet to a large glass of cold water (approximately 250 ml). Stir gently.
• Your doctor may change the timing of the bags and the time without food or drink before the exam.
• Adults and children over 9 years of age should only take Picoprep.

Preparing the two bags:

• No solid foods, dairy products, or alcoholic beverages are allowed.
• On the day before the examination, drink only approved clear liquids.
• Starting the day before the test (approximately 3 pm), dissolve the entire contents of one sachet of Picoprecipe in a glass (250 ml) of warm water.
• If preferred, chill in the refrigerator before drinking. Drink the contents of the cup followed by a glass of water.
• Continue drinking clear, approved fluids, at least a cup per hour the better, to ensure adequate hydration.
• In the evening of the same day (around 9 pm), repeat the above with another sachet of Picoprep, i.e. dissolve in a glass of warm water, cool if you prefer, then drink the contents followed by a glass of water.
• Continue drinking approved clear fluids, at least one cup per hour until six (6) hours prior to the examination.
• You should not eat or drink anything for six (6) hours prior to the examination.

Warnings and Precautions:

• This product is a prescription only medicine and requires the advice of a pharmacist.
• This medicine may not be right for you.
• Always read the label. Follow the directions for use.
• If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• This preparation usually results in frequent, loose bowel movements within two to three hours of taking the first dose.
• You should stay close to toilet facilities and do not plan any other activities until after the examination.
• It is very important that you drink enough fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Drink approved clear fluids, at least 250 ml every hour, up to 6 hours before the exam.
• Please check the ingredient lists on the actual product before use.

the components:

Picoprep powder for solution contains:

• 10 mg sodium picosulfate.
• 5g magnesium oxide.
• 12 grams of citric acid.
• 36 mg of aspartame.