Picosulfuric acid
- Generic Name
- Picosulfuric acid
- Brand Names
- Clenpiq, Pico-salax, Picoflo, Purg-odan
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C18H15NO8S2
- CAS Number
- 10040-34-3
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 95D580798S
Overview
Picosulfuric acid is found in laxative products. Sodium picosulfate is a used to treat constipation or induce colon cleansing to prepare the large bowels before colonoscopy or surgery. The combination product containing sodium picosulfate and magnesium citrate was introduced to the Canadian market in 2005 and has been used in European countries for many years.
Background
Picosulfuric acid is found in laxative products. Sodium picosulfate is a used to treat constipation or induce colon cleansing to prepare the large bowels before colonoscopy or surgery. The combination product containing sodium picosulfate and magnesium citrate was introduced to the Canadian market in 2005 and has been used in European countries for many years.
Indication
Sodium picosulfate, in combination with magnesium oxide and anhydrous citric acid, is indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults and pediatric patients ages 9 years and older.
Associated Conditions
- Constipation
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