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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit belongs to the class of medicines called stimulant laxatives used to cleanse the colon before a colonoscopy or barium enema. This combination medicines increases the intestine's water content and stimulates bowel movement, thereby, helps to cleanse the large intestine. Common side effects include diarrhoea, gastrointestinal pain/cramps, and abdominal discomfort.
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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Delvin Formulations (P) Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit belongs to the class of medicines called stimulant laxatives used to cleanse the colon (bowel) before a colonoscopy. Colonoscopy is a procedure that involves inserting a flexible fibre-optic device into the rectum to inspect the colon (large intestine). Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit may also be used to treat constipation. 

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is a combination medication containing three active ingredients: sodium sulphate, potassium sulphate, and magnesium sulphate. Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit increases the retention of water in the intestine, thereby inducing bowel movement. Thus, Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit helps cleanse the colon to perform the colonoscopy comfortably.

Take Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit exactly as directed. Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, gastrointestinal pain/cramps, and abdominal discomfort in some circumstances. Most of these side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and will subside gradually over time. However, if you are experiencing these side effects regularly, you should consult a doctor.

Do not take Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit without the doctor's advice. Consult your doctor before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you have gastrointestinal obstruction, bowel perforation, and gastric retention. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines you take before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit

Used for Colon cleansing and treatment of Constipation

Directions for Use

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit should be used strictly as directed by the doctor. Refer to the package leaflet and use it as directed. The solution should be diluted with water and consumed.

Medicinal Benefits

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is a stimulant laxative used to clear the bowel before medical procedures such as colonoscopy or surgery. It works by increasing water retention in the intestine, which causes a bowel movement. This clears the colon so that the colonoscopy can be performed easily.

How Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit Works

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is a combination medication containing three active ingredients: sodium sulphate, potassium sulphate, and magnesium sulphate. Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit increases the retention of water in the intestine, thereby inducing bowel movement. Thus, Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit helps cleanse the colon to perform the colonoscopy comfortably.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, seek medical advice from your doctor before using Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit . Inform your doctor if you have gastrointestinal obstruction, bowel perforation, and gastric retention. To avoid dehydration, drink plenty of fluids while on Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit . Before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit , make sure your doctor knows your medical history and other medications you are taking. This will help to rule out any potential side effects.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Sodium sulfateBisacodyl
Severe
Magnesium sulfateNetilmicin
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Sodium sulfateBisacodyl
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Co-administration of Bisacodyl with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon may raise the risk of ischemic colitis (an inflammatory condition caused by reduced blood flow to the colon due to narrowed or blocked blood vessels) or ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Bisacodyl can be taken with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon only if prescribed by the doctor. Inform the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not stop taking medications without a doctor's advice.
Magnesium sulfateNetilmicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with Netilmicin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon and Netilmicin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and breathing difficulties consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Magnesium sulfateGentamicin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Co-administration of Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with Gentamicin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon and Gentamicin, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience muscle weakness and breathing difficulties. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Magnesium sulfateKanamycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with Kanamycin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon and Kanamycin, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and breathing difficulties, make sure to contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Magnesium sulfateTobramycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with tobramycin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon and Tobramycin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and breathing difficulties consult your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Magnesium sulfateDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Taking dolutegravir with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon can reduce the effects of Dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolutegravir and Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if your condition gets worse or if you develop new infections while taking these medications, it is important to contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue using any medications without consulting a doctor.
Magnesium sulfateStreptomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with Streptomycin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon and Streptomycin together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, excessive sweating, body aches, or muscle stiffness, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Magnesium sulfateAmikacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Coadministration of Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with amikacin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking amikacin and Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you have muscular weakness or breathing issues. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Magnesium sulfateNeomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon:
Taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon with Neomycin can increase the risk of muscle weakness.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit 177ml Each Delicious Lemon and Neomycin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience symptoms such as muscle weakness and breathing difficulties consult doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Try making time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.
  • Eat food rich in fibre such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs) and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol interacts with Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit . However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit should be used in pregnant women only if clinically needed, and benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if it can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver illness or impairment, talk to a doctor before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit . Your doctor will provide a prescription if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a kidney disorder or impairment, talk to a doctor before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit . Your doctor will provide a prescription if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit should be given to children only if advised by the doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit belongs to the class of medicines called stimulant laxatives used to cleanse the colon (bowel) before a colonoscopy.

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit works by increasing water retention in the intestine, causing a bowel movement. Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit clears the colon, making it easier to perform colonoscopy.

Cleaning your colon will allow your doctor to see more clearly inside your colon during a colonoscopy.

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is only available with a doctor's prescription. Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is used to cleanse the colon (bowel) before a colonoscopy. You are advised to take Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit only if prescribed by a doctor.

Do not take any additional medications without consulting your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are taking prescription and nonprescription (over-the-counter) medications, as well as any vitamins, minerals, or other dietary supplements.

Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit is not recommended for patients with inflammatory bowel disease and intestinal obstruction disorders. Please inform your doctor before taking Coloprep Bowel Preparation Kit if you have any liver disorders.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Kerom 3rd Floor Plot No A112, Near State Bank of India Road No 22, Wagle Industrial Estate Thane (W) Pin: 400604
Other Info - COL0636

Flavour

Delicious Lemon

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