Therapeutic Classification: laxatives
Pharmacologic Classification: osmotic laxatives, stimulant laxatives
Absorption: Minimal systemic absorption.
Distribution: Action is primarily local.
Half-Life: Sodium picosulfate: 7.4 hr.
Contraindicated in:
Use Cautiously in:
CV: ARRHYTHMIAS, orthostatic hypotension, syncope
F and E: dehydration, fluid/electrolyte abnormalities
GI: abdominal distention, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting
GU: RENAL IMPAIRMENT
Drug-drug:
Lab Test Considerations: