Polyethylenedosage

Preparation and Administration: Correct fluid and electrolyte abnormalities before treatment with Gavilyte-G. Reconstitute Gavilyte-G with water prior to ingestion. Do not take oral medications within 1 hour before the start or during administration of Gavilyte-G. Do not take other laxatives while taking Gavilyte-G. Consume only clear liquids; avoid red and purple liquids. Consume water or other clear liquids up until 2 hours before the time of the colonoscopy. Do not consume solid food within 2 hours before starting Gavilyte-G.

Adult Dosing Regimen: On day prior to colonoscopy, instruct patients to consume a light breakfast at least 2 hours before starting Gavilyte-G. Begin the recommended dosage regimen for Gavilyte-G early in the evening on the day before colonoscopy Drink reconstituted solution at a rate of 8 ounces every 10 minutes, until 4 liters are consumed, or rectal effluent is clear. For complete information on dosing, preparation and administration, see the full prescribing information.

2.1 Important

Preparation and Administration Instructions Correct fluid and electrolyte abnormalities before treatment with Gavilyte-G. Reconstitute Gavilyte-G with water prior to ingestion, do not take undissolved Gavilyte-G. Do not reconstitute with other liquids and/or add starch-based thickeners to the mixing container. Do not take oral medications within 1 hour before the start of or during administration of Gavilyte-G. Do not take other laxatives while taking Gavilyte-G. Consume only clear liquids, avoid red and purple liquids. Patients may consume water or other clear liquids during the bowel preparation and after completion of the bowel preparation up until 2 hours before the time of the colonoscopy. The solution is more palatable if chilled prior to administration. Do not consume solid food within 2 hours before starting Gavilyte-G. For the best results, do not consume solid food for 3 to 4 hours before drinking the solution. If severe bloating, distention or abdominal pain occurs, slow or temporarily discontinue Gavilyte-G until the symptoms abate.

2.2 Dosage Regimen

Instruct adult patients that on the day before the colonoscopy procedure, they may consume a light breakfast at least 2 hours before starting Gavilyte-G. Begin the recommended dosage regiment for Gavilyte-G early in the evening on the day before colonoscopy. Instruct patients to take Gavilyte-G in conjunction with clear liquids as follows: This preparation can be used with or without the lemon flavor pack. The pharmacist will add the lemon flavor pack prior to dispensing ( see packet instructions ) 4 Liter Jug Fill the supplied container containing the Gavilyte-G powder with lukewarm drinking water to the 4-liter fill line Do not add any other ingredients, flavors, etc. After capping the container, shake vigorously several times to ensure that the ingredients are dissolved. Drink at a rate of 8 ounces every 10 minutes until the entire contents are consumed or the rectal effluent is clear. A loose watery bowel movement should result in approximately one hour. After reconstitution, keep solution refrigerated 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). Do not freeze. Use within 48 hours, discard unused portion. Administration via a Nasogastric Tube For patients with a nasogastric tube, administer the reconstituted Gavilyte-G solution at a rate of 20 to 30 mL per minute (1.2 to 1.8 liters per hour).