Warnings


What may interact with GoLYTELY?

Do not take any other medication by mouth starting 1 hour before you take this medication. Talk to your care team about when to take your other medications.
This medication may interact with the following:
-Certain medications for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heart beat
-Certain medications for kidney disease
-Certain medications for seizures, such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin
-Diuretics
-Laxatives
-NSAIDS, medications for pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen or naproxen

What should I tell my health care provider before I take GoLYTELY

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-Any chronic disease of the intestine, stomach, or throat
-Bloating or stomach pain
-Dehydration
-Difficulty swallowing
-Heart disease
-Kidney disease
-Low levels of sodium in the blood
-Seizures
-An unusual or allergic reaction to polyethylene glycol, other medications, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using GoLYTELY?

Contact your care team if you have any concerns about your bowel prep.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store the solution in the refrigerator after mixing to improve the taste. Do not freeze. Get rid of any unused medication 48 hours after mixing.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, check the label or package insert to see if the medication should be thrown out in the garbage or flushed down the toilet. If you are not sure, ask your care team. If it is safe to put it in the trash, pour the medication out of the container.  Mix the medication with cat litter, dirt, coffee grounds, or other unwanted substance. Seal the mixture in a bag or container. Put it in the trash.