TOP COMMON DRUGS for BOWEL PREP Flashcards
1
Q
Bowel Prep medications are used to
A
cleanse the intestines before a medical procedure like a colonoscopy, primarily working as osmotic laxatives that draw large amounts of water into the colon, causing frequent bowel movements and effectively emptying the stool to allow for a clear view during the examination
Usually big white gallon with powder inside, add water, mix and pt should drink it all
2
Q
Polyethylene Glycol 3350
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MIRALAX and GoLytely
(bowel prep)