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PicoPrep Orange Sachets X 3

Drug Name:
Sodium Picosulfate, Magnesium Carbonate Hydrate and Citric Acid
SKU:
717991
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Important notice: To enable purchase of this product please read the conditions below and check the box
Pharmacist Only Medicine - ONLY ORDERS SHIPPED WITHIN AUSTRALIA WILL BE ACCEPTED

After you purchase this medicine you may be required to answer a short questionnaire depending on if you have previously ordered this product from us or if we require an update of your details.

Please check your email as one of our pharmacists may contact you within 24-48 hours of placing your order.

If we have emailed you and do not receive a response within 7 days this product will be refunded from your order and the balance of your order will be sent.

Please call us on 1300 024 364 if you have any questions.

ASK YOUR PHARMACIST ABOUT THIS PRODUCT. INCORRECT USE COULD BE HARMFUL.
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PicoPrep Orange Sachets X 3

PicoPrep orange flavour sachets are used to remove the bowel contents and cleanse it prior to the doctor’s examination or surgery. It enables your doctor to see inside easily. It is sometimes used to clear the colon before a special x-ray of the kidneys. It does this by acting in the intestine and colon causing a watery stool or bowel motion which removes the bowel contents.

Your doctor, however, may prescribe PicoPrep for another purpose. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why PicoPrep has been prescribed for you or how you are to take it

You can buy PicoPrep Orange Sachets X 3 online in Australia from Chemist Direct

Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor or pharmacist. Follow all directions given to you by your doctor carefully.

Preparation of Solution

  1. Slowly add the contents of one sachet of PicoPrep to a large glass of cold water (approximately 250mL). Stir gently.
  2. Timing of sachets and time without food or drink before the examination may be varied by your doctor.
  3. PicoPrep should only be taken by adults and children over the age of 9 years.

Three Sachet Preparation:

No solid foods, milk products or alcoholic beverages allowed.

On the day prior to the examination, drink Approved Clear Fluids only.

  1. Commencing on the day before the examination (at approximately 1pm), dissolve the entire contents of one sachet of PicoPrep in a glass (250 mls) of warm water. If preferred chill in a refrigerator before drinking. Drink the contents of the glass followed by a glass of water. Continue drinking Approved Clear Fluids, at least a glass per hour the more the better to ensure adequate body hydration.
  2. In the evening of the same day (at approximately 5pm), repeat the above with another sachet of PicoPrep, that is, dissolve in a glass of warm water, chill if preferred, then drink contents followed by a glass of water. Continue drinking Approved Clear Fluids, at least a glass per hour the more the better to ensure adequate body hydration.
  3. In the evening of the same day (at approximately 9pm), repeat the above again with the third sachet of PicoPrep ie: dissolve in a glass of warm water, chill if preferred, and drink the contents followed by a glass of water. Continue drinking Approved Clear Fluids at least a glass per hour until six (6) hours prior to the examination.

No food or drink should be taken for six (6) hours prior to the examination

Keep your medicine in its sachet until it is time to mix.
Store below 30°C.

PicoPrep powder for solution contains:

  • 10mg of sodium picosulfate
  • 3.5g of magnesium oxide
  • 12.0g of citric acid
  • 36mg of aspartame.

This product is a Pharmacist Only Medicine and requires pharmacist advice. This medicine may not be right for you. Always read the label. Follow the directions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional. Keep out of reach of children.

This preparation usually induces frequent, loose bowel movements within two to three hours of taking the first dose. You should remain within easy reach of toilet facilities and not plan any other activities until after the examination. It is most important that you take adequate fluids to avoid dehydration. Drink approved clear fluids, at least 250mL every hour, until 6 hours prior to the examination.

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