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Polyethylene Glycol is a prescription medicine. Constipation are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Polyethylene Glycol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Polyethylene Glycol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Polyethylene Glycol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Polyethylene Glycol's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Polyethylene Glycol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Polyethylene Glycol related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Polyethylene Glycol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Polyethylene Glycol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Polyethylene Glycol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Polyethylene Glycol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Polyethylene Glycol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Polyethylene Glycol safe for pregnant women?
Polyethylene Glycol can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Polyethylene Glycol, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Polyethylene Glycol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Polyethylene Glycol. If you see any side effects, stop taking Polyethylene Glycol immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Polyethylene Glycol again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Polyethylene Glycol on the Kidneys?
Polyethylene Glycol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Polyethylene Glycol on the Liver?
Polyethylene Glycol is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Polyethylene Glycol on the Heart?
Polyethylene Glycol is not harmful for the heart.
Polyethylene Glycol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Polyethylene Glycol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Polyethylene Glycol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Polyethylene Glycol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Polyethylene Glycol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Polyethylene Glycol only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Polyethylene Glycol is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Polyethylene Glycol
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Polyethylene Glycol, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Polyethylene Glycol
Information about the interaction of Polyethylene Glycol and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Polyethylene Glycol 3350
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1036