When should I call my doctor if I am taking Prepopik?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

You should call your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of an allergic reaction while taking the pre-colonoscopy laxative Prepopik (sodium picosulfate, magnesium oxide and citric acid), including:

hives or itching
difficulty breathing
swelling of your face, mouth, throat or tongue

Also, call your doctor immediately if you experience any of these symptoms:

vomiting
nausea
bloating
dizziness or lightheadedness
stomach pain
urinating less than normal
difficulty drinking clear liquids
difficulty swallowing
seizures
heart problems or a fast, irregular heartbeat
bowel ulcers or other bowel problems

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