Topcare ClearLax

Generic name:polyethylene glycol 3350
Dosage form: powder, for solution
Drug class:Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 23, 2021.

Active ingredient (in each dose)

Polyethylene Glycol 3350, 17 g (in each level scoop)

Purpose

Laxative

Uses

• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• generally produces a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days

Warnings

Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to polyethylene glycol

Do not use

if you have kidney disease, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you have

• nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain
• a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
• irritable bowel syndrome

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking a prescription drug

When using this product

you may have loose, watery, more frequent stools

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you have rectal bleeding or your nausea, bloating, cramping or abdominal pain gets worse. These may be signs of a serious condition.
• you get diarrhea
• you need to use a laxative for longer than 1 week

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Directions

• do not take more than directed unless advised by your doctor
• the enclosed scoop is a measuring device designed to contain 17 grams of powder when filled to the top (level scoop)
• adults and children 17 years of age and older:
• fill scoop completely with product to obtain the correct dose (17 g). Level scoop with knife or flat object.
• stir and dissolve in any 4 to 8 ounces of beverage (cold, hot or room temperature) then drink
• use once a day
• use no more than 7 days
• children 16 years of age or under: ask a doctor

Other information

• store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
• tamper-evident: do not use if printed foil seal under cap is m...