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Polyethylene Glycol 3350 NF PEGYLAX and GI obstruction/perforation

Result of checking the interaction of drug Polyethylene Glycol 3350 NF PEGYLAX and disease GI obstruction/perforation for safety when used together.

Check result:

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 NF PEGYLAX <> GI obstruction/perforation

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of polyethylene glycol (PEG) solutions is contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal obstruction, perforation, or toxic megacolon. If gastrointestinal obstruction or perforation is suspected, appropriate studies should be performed prior to administration of these agents. Use with caution in patients with severe active ulcerative colitis. Increased activity of the gut caused by these agents could worsen these conditions.

References:

Raymond PL "Mallory-Weiss tear associated with polyethylene glycol electrolyte lavage solution." Gastrointest Endosc 37 (1991): 410-1
McBride MA, Vanagunas A "Esophageal perforation associated with polyethylene glycol electrolyte lavage solution." Gastrointest Endosc 39 (1993): 856-7
"Product Information. Golytely (polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution)." Braintree, Braintree, MA.

Polyethylene Glycol 3350 NF PEGYLAX

Generic Name: polyethylene glycol 3350

Brand Name: ClearLax, GaviLAX, Gialax, GlycoLax, MiraLAX, PEG3350, SunMark ClearLax, HealthyLax, GaviLAX, MiraLAX

Synonyms: Polyethylene glycol 3350, Polyethylene Glycol 3350

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