POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL-3350 AND ELECTROLYTES (GAVILYTE G TM) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL-3350 AND ELECTROLYTES

What is the Trade Name for POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL-3350 AND ELECTROLYTES?

GAVILYTE G TM

What are the Indications for POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL-3350 AND ELECTROLYTES?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE GaviLyte-G is a combination of PEG 3350, an osmotic laxative, and electrolytes indicated for cleansing of the colon in preparation for colonoscopy and barium enema X-ray examination in adults ( 1 ) GaviLyte-G is indicated for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy and barium enema X-ray examination in adults.

 

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