Product Name Picoprep, Powder, For Bowel Cleansing, With Orange Flavour - 2 Sachets Scientific Name Sodium Picosulfate + Magnesium Citrate 2 Sachets Category Of Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets Laxatives Mechanism Of Action Of Sodium Picosulfate + Magnesium Citrate 2 Sachets Sodium Picosulfate-Magnesium Citrate acts locally in the colon as both a stimulant laxative, by increasing the frequency and the force of peristalsis (sodium picosulfate component), and an osmotic laxative, by retaining fluids in the colon (magnesium citrate component), to clear the colon and rectum of faecal Therapeutic Indications Of Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets PicoPrep is 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. This may be a little uncomfortable but is necessary for the examination. Method Of Administration Of Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions. If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose. Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose. Undesirable Side Effects Of Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from: The most frequent adverse reactions seen in clinical trials are nausea, headache and vomiting Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding Warnings & Special Precautions While Taking Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets Should only be administered before bowel surgery if clearly needed. The risks of the treatment should be carefully weighed against possible benefits and needs depending on surgical procedures performed. Care should also be taken in patients with recent gastro-intestinal surgery, renal impairment, heart disease or inflammatory bowel disease. Use with caution in patients on drugs that might affect water and/or electrolyte balance e.g. diuretics, corticosteroids, lithium (see Interactions). Advise patients to hydrate adequately before, during, and after the use of PICOPREP Storage Conditions Of Picoprep Powder - 2 Sachets Store below 25°c Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Store in the original package to protect from moisture. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.