Bisacodyl and polyethylene glycol (PEG) 3350 with electrolytes and ToweRx Effervescent Potassium

• Generic Name: bisacodyl / polyethylene glycol 3350 / potassium chloride / sodium bicarbonate / sodium chloride
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Half Lytely and Bisacodyl Lemon Lime, HalfLytely and Bisacodyl, HalfLytely and Bisacodyl with Flavor Packs, GaviLyte-H and Bisacodyl with Flavor Packs

Bisacodyl and PEG-3350 is a laxative that stimulates bowel movements. This medication also contains potassium, sodium, and other minerals to replace electrolytes that are passed from the body in the stool.

Bisacodyl and PEG-3350 is used to clean the bowel before colonoscopy or other intestinal procedure.

Bisacodyl and PEG-3350 may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: potassium bicarbonate
• Dosage Forms: tablet, effervescent
• Other Brand Names: Effervescent Potassium, K-Effervescent, K-vescent, K-vescent, K+Care ET, Klor-Con/EF, Effer-K, Quick-K

Potassium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods and is necessary for many normal functions of your body, especially the beating of your heart.

Effervescent Potassium is used to prevent or to treat a potassium deficiency (hypokalemia).

Effervescent Potassium may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.