Drug Detail:Moviprep (Polyethylene glycol electrolyte solution [ pall-ee-eth-il-een-glye-kol-ee-lek-troe-lyte ])
Generic Name: POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350 100g in 1L, SODIUM SULFATE 7.5g in 1L, SODIUM CHLORIDE 2.69g in 1L, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE 1.015g in 1L; ASCORBIC ACID 4.7g in 1L, SODIUM ASCORBATE 5.9g in 1L
Dosage Form: power for oral solution
Drug Class: Laxatives
Important Preparation and Administration Instructions
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- Correct fluid and electrolyte abnormalities before treatment with MoviPrep [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
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- Two doses of MoviPrep are required for a complete preparation for colonoscopy. The time interval between the two doses depends on the regimen prescribed and the planned timing of the colonoscopy procedure. [see Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3)].
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- The “Split-Dose” is the preferred method and consists of two separate doses: the first dose is taken the evening before the colonoscopy, and the second dose is taken the next day, the morning of the day of the colonoscopy [see Dosage and Administration (2.2)].
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- The “Evening Only” is the alternative method and consists of two separate doses: both doses are taken in the evening before the day of the colonoscopy, with a minimum of 1.5 hours between the start of the first dose and the start of the second dose [see Dosage and Administration (2.3)].
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- Both MoviPrep dosing regimens require administration of MoviPrep using the mixing container provided to reconstitute the contents of Pouch A and B with water to the Fill Line. Do not reconstitute with other liquids and/or add starch-based thickeners to the mixing container [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)].
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- Additional clear liquids (including water) must be consumed in both dosing regimens [see Dosage and Administration (2.2, 2.3), Warnings and Precautions (5.1)].
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- Consume only clear liquids (no solid food) from the start of MoviPrep treatment until after the colonoscopy.
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- Do not eat or drink alcohol, milk, anything colored red or purple or any other foods containing pulp material.
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- Do not take other laxatives while taking MoviPrep [see Drug Interactions (7.3)].
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- Do not take oral medications within 1 hour before or after starting each dose of MoviPrep [see Drug Interactions (7.2)].
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- Ensure completion of Dose 2, including all additional liquids, at least 2 hours before the colonoscopy.
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- Storage: After reconstitution, store MoviPrep solution in an upright position and keep refrigerated. Use within 24 hours after it is mixed in water.
Two-Day Split-Dosing Regimen (Preferred Method)
The Two-Day Split-Dosing regimen is the preferred dosing method.
Instruct adult patients that on the day before the clinical procedure, they can consume breakfast, followed by a light lunch (no solid foods), and clear soup and/or plain yogurt for dinner, which must be completed at least 1 hour prior to the start of the first MoviPrep dose.
Instruct adult patients to take two separate doses in conjunction with fluids as follows:
Dose 1 – In the evening before the colonoscopy, approximately 10 to 12 hours before Dose 2:
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- Empty the contents of 1 Pouch A and 1 Pouch B into the mixing container that comes with MoviPrep.
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- Add lukewarm water to the Fill Line on the mixing container (32 fluid ounces). Do not add other ingredients to the MoviPrep solution.
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- Thoroughly mix with a spoon or shake with lid on securely until the contents of Pouch A and B are completely dissolved.
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- Drink 8 ounces of the solution every 15 minutes. This should take about 1 hour. Be sure to drink all the solution.
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- Refill the mixing container halfway to the Fill Line (at least 16 ounces) with a clear liquid and drink all this liquid before going to bed.
Dose 2 – Take next morning, on the day of the colonoscopy, approximately 12 hours after the start of Dose 1 and at least 3 ½ hours prior to colonoscopy:
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- Empty the contents of 1 Pouch A and 1 Pouch B into the mixing container that comes with MoviPrep.
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- Add lukewarm water to the Fill Line on the mixing container (32 fluid ounces). Do not add other ingredients to the MoviPrep solution.
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- Thoroughly mix with a spoon or shake with lid on securely until the contents of Pouch A and B are completely dissolved.
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- Drink 8 ounces of the solution every 15 minutes. This should take about 1 hour. Be sure to drink all of the solution.
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- Refill the mixing container halfway to the Fill Line (at least 16 ounces) with a clear liquid and drink all this liquid at least 2 hours before the colonoscopy.
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- Consume additional water or clear liquids up to 2 hours before the colonoscopy or as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Then stop drinking liquids until after the colonoscopy.
- Stop drinking MoviPrep temporarily or drink each portion at longer intervals if severe bloating, abdominal discomfort or distention occurs, until these symptoms resolve.
One-Day Evening Only Dosing Regimen (Alternative Method)
The One-Day Evening Only regimen is the alternative dosing method for patients for whom the Split-Dosing regimen is inappropriate.
Instruct adult patients that on the day before the clinical procedure, they can consume breakfast, followed by a light lunch (no solid foods), and clear soup and/or plain yogurt for dinner, which must be completed at least 1 hour prior to the start of the first MoviPrep dose.
Instruct adult patients to take two separate doses in conjunction with fluids as follows:
Dose 1 – At least 3 ½ hours before bedtime the evening before the colonoscopy:
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- Empty the contents of 1 Pouch A and 1 Pouch B into the mixing container that comes with MoviPrep.
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- Add lukewarm water to the Fill Line on the mixing container (32 fluid ounces). Do not add other ingredients to the MoviPrep solution.
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- Thoroughly mix with a spoon or shake with lid on securely until the contents of Pouch A and B are completely dissolved.
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- Drink 8 ounces of the solution every 15 minutes. This should take about 1 hour. Be sure to drink all the solution.
Dose 2 – At least 1 ½ hours after starting Dose 1 on the evening before the colonoscopy:
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- Empty the contents of 1 Pouch A and 1 Pouch B into the mixing container that comes with MoviPrep.
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- Add lukewarm water to the Fill Line on the mixing container (32 fluid ounces). Do not add other ingredients to the MoviPrep solution.
- 3.
- Thoroughly mix with a spoon or shake with lid on securely until the contents of Pouch A and B are completely dissolved.
- 4.
- Drink 8 ounces of the solution every 15 minutes. This should take about 1 hour. Be sure to drink all of the solution.
- 5.
- Refill the mixing container to the Fill Line (32 fluid ounces) with a clear liquid and drink all this liquid before going to bed.
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- Consume additional water or clear liquids up to 2 hours before the colonoscopy or as prescribed by your healthcare provider. Then stop drinking liquids until after the colonoscopy.
- Stop drinking MoviPrep temporarily or drink each portion at longer intervals if severe bloating, abdominal discomfort or distention occurs, until these symptoms resolve.