Clenpiq

Name: Clenpiq

Uses of Clenpiq

  • It is used to clean out the GI (gastrointestinal) tract.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Clenpiq?

  • If you have an allergy to Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) or any part of Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution).
  • If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
  • If you have any of these health problems: Bowel block, enlarged colon, hole in the GI (gastrointestinal) tract, or slow-moving GI (gastrointestinal) tract.
  • If you have kidney disease.
  • If you have electrolyte (like sodium, potassium, phosphate) problems.
  • If you are taking other laxatives.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Clenpiq?

  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • Do not use other laxatives or stool softeners unless told to do so by the doctor.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution).
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) while you are pregnant.
  • Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

How is this medicine (Clenpiq) best taken?

Use Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

  • Take Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) as your doctor has told you. Follow all instructions you have been given closely. This includes when to take Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution), foods and drinks to avoid before the exam, and when to stop eating and drinking before the exam. Talk with your doctor if you have any questions.
  • Do not eat solid food or drink milk while taking Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution).
  • Do not take other drugs within 1 hour of starting Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution). Talk with your doctor about how to take your other drugs with Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution).
  • This medicine is ready to drink. You do not need to dilute Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) before you take it.
  • Drink clear liquids before, during, and after taking Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution). Do not drink any liquids that are purple or red.
  • If you have very bad belly pain, swelling, or bloating after the first dose, do not take the second dose until they go away. Talk with your doctor.
  • Do not take other drugs within 1 hour of starting Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution). Some drugs may need to be separated from Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) by a longer time. Talk with your doctor about how to take your other drugs with Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution).

What do I do if I miss a dose?

  • Call your doctor to find out what to do.
  • Call your doctor if you are not able to finish Clenpiq (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide, and citric acid solution) before your exam.

What are some other side effects of Clenpiq?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

  • Upset stomach or throwing up.
  • Headache.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

How do I store and/or throw out Clenpiq?

  • Store at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
  • Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
  • Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
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