Comfilax
(Polyethylene Glycol 3350, Powder for Oral solution)
Indication:
Polyethylene glycol 3350 is used to treat occasional constipation. Polyethylene glycol 3350 is in a class of medications called osmotic laxatives. It works by causing water to be retained with the stool. This increases the number of bowel movements and softens the stool so it is easier to pass.
Dosage and Administration:
The bottle top is a measuring cap. Fill the measuring cap to the top of the white section which is marked to indicate the correct dose (17g)
Adults (>18 Years): Take 1 dose (17g) daily. Stir and dissolve in 8 Oz (250mL) of beverage (Cold, Hot or room temperature) and then drink, Comfilax dissolves easily and completely in everyday beverage like water, juice, coffee or Tea.
Do not take more than directed unless advised by your Doctor.
Children, Infants (<18 Years): The safety and efficacy of Comfilax for use in children under 18 years of age have not been established. Do not use in children (18 years of age or under) unless advised by doctor.
Contraindications:
PEG may be contraindicated in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Intestinal Obstruction Disorders, GI Perforation/Obstruction.
Special warnings and precautions for use:
Temper-Evident. Do not use if foil seal under cap is missing, open or broken.
Interactions with other Medical Products and other forms of Interactions:
Food Interactions:
• Avoid alcohol. Withdrawing from alcohol increases the risk of seizures, which is also caused by the drug.
• Avoid milk and dairy products.
• Avoid solid foods. Consume only clear liquids from the start of drug treatment until after the colonoscopy.
The interaction potential is low. Resorption of other pharmaceutical drugs can be reduced because oral macrogol accelerates intestinal passage, but this is seldom clinically relevant. For antiepileptic drugs, such a mechanism has been described in rare cases.
Precaution:
Before taking polyethylene glycol 3350,
• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to polyethylene glycol or any other medications.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had a bowel obstruction (blockage in the intestine) and if you have symptoms of bowel obstruction (upset stomach, vomiting, and stomach pain or bloating).
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking polyethylene glycol 3350, call your doctor.
Overdose: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call Emergency Services.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
• diarrhea
• thirst
• confusion
• seizure
Side effects:
Polyethylene glycol 3350 may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
• nausea
• bloating
• cramping
• gas
Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience either of them, call your doctor immediately:
• diarrhea
• hives
Polyethylene glycol 3350 may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture.
Packing Style: 119, 238 & 510 g powder filled in labelled HDPE Bottles.
Manufactured For:
CELLCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS INC., CANADA
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