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

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Polyethylene Glycol 3350

A

MIRALAX and GoLytely
(bowel prep)

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly