These adverse effects are transient. Isolated cases of urticaria, rhinorrhea and dermatitis have been reported which may represent allergic reactions. Patients should fast at least 3 hours prior to administration. A 1-hour waiting period after the appearance of clear liquid stools should be allowed prior to examination to complete bowel evacuation. No foods except clear liquids should be permitted prior to examination after Colyte administration.
Lavage is complete when fecal discharge is clear.
Replace cap tightly and mix or shake well until all ingredients have dissolved. For best results, no solid food should be consumed during the 3 to 4 hour period before Colyte consumption. In no case should solid foods be ingested 3 hours before Colyte administration. Rapid drinking of each portion is preferred rather than drinking small amounts continuously. The first bowel movement should occur approximately 1 hour after the start of Colyte administration.