NDC 59779-306 Purelax
Polyethylene Glycol 3350 Powder, For Solution Oral
Product Information
What is NDC 59779-306?
The NDC code 59779-306 is assigned by the FDA to the product Purelax which is a human over the counter drug product labeled by Cvs Pharmacy. The generic name of Purelax is polyethylene glycol 3350. The product's dosage form is powder, for solution and is administered via oral form. The product is distributed in 8 packages with assigned NDC codes 59779-306-01 119 g in 1 bottle , 59779-306-02 238 g in 1 bottle , 59779-306-03 510 g in 1 bottle , 59779-306-04 850 g in 1 bottle , 59779-306-17 289 g in 1 bottle , 59779-306-19 595 g in 1 bottle , 59779-306-52 10 pouch in 1 carton / 17 g in 1 pouch, 59779-306-60 20 pouch in 1 carton / 17 g in 1 pouch. This page includes all the important details about this product, including active and inactive ingredients, pharmagologic classes, product uses and characteristics, UNII information, RxNorm crosswalk and the complete product label.
What are the uses for Purelax?
This medication is used to treat occasional constipation. It works by holding water in the stool to soften the stool and increases the number of bowel movements. It is known as an osmotic-type laxative. This medication is also available without a prescription. If you are taking this medication for self-treatment, it is important to read the manufacturer's package instructions carefully so you know when to consult your doctor or pharmacist. (See also Precautions.)
Product Characteristics
Color(s) | WHITE (C48325) |
Product Packages
NDC Code 59779-306-01
Package Description: 119 g in 1 BOTTLE
NDC Code 59779-306-02
Package Description: 238 g in 1 BOTTLE
NDC Code 59779-306-03
Package Description: 510 g in 1 BOTTLE
NDC Code 59779-306-04
Package Description: 850 g in 1 BOTTLE
NDC Code 59779-306-17
Package Description: 289 g in 1 BOTTLE
NDC Code 59779-306-19
Package Description: 595 g in 1 BOTTLE
NDC Code 59779-306-52
Package Description: 10 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 17 g in 1 POUCH
NDC Code 59779-306-60
Package Description: 20 POUCH in 1 CARTON / 17 g in 1 POUCH
Product Details
What are Purelax Active Ingredients?
Purelax Active Ingredients UNII Codes
- POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350 (UNII: G2M7P15E5P)
- POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350 (UNII: G2M7P15E5P) (Active Moiety)
NDC to RxNorm Crosswalk
- RxCUI: 1010732 - Purelax 17 GM Powder for Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 1010732 - polyethylene glycol 3350 17000 MG Powder for Oral Solution [PureLax]
- RxCUI: 1010732 - PureLax 17 GM Powder for Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 876193 - polyethylene glycol 3350 17 GM Powder for Oral Solution
- RxCUI: 876193 - polyethylene glycol 3350 17000 MG Powder for Oral Solution
Pharmacologic Class(es)
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Patient Education
Polyethylene Glycol 3350
Polyethylene Glycol 3350 is pronounced as (pol ee eth' i leen) (glye' col)
Why is polyethylene glycol 3350 medication prescribed?
Polyethylene glycol 3350 is used to treat occasional constipation. Polyethylene glycol 3350 is in a class of medications called osmotic laxatives. It works by causing wat...
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Purelax Product Label
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Product Label Table of Contents
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH DOSE)
- PURPOSE
- USE
- WARNINGS
- DO NOT USE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING,
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
- QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Active Ingredient (In Each Dose)
Polyethylene Glycol 3350, 17 g (cap filled to line)
Purpose
Osmotic Laxative
Use
• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)• generally produces a bowel movement in 1 to 3 days
Warnings
Allergy alert: Do not use if you are allergic to polyethylene glycol
Do Not Use
if you have kidney disease, except under the advice and supervision of a doctor
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
• nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain• a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks• irritable bowel syndrome
Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are
taking a prescription drug
When Using This Product
you may have loose, watery, more frequent stools
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
• you have rectal bleeding or your nausea, bloating, cramping or abdominal pain gets worse. These may be signs of a serious condition.• you get diarrhea• you need to use a laxative for longer than 1 week
If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
• do not take more than directed unless advised by your doctor• the bottle top is a measuring cap marked to contain 17 grams of powder when filled to the indicated line (white section in cap)• adults and children 17 years of age and older:• fill to top of white section in cap which is marked to indicate the correct dose (17 g)• stir and dissolve in any 4 to 8 ounces of beverage (cold, hot or room temperature) then drink• use once a day• use no more than 7 days• children 16 years of age or under: ask a doctor
Other Information
• store at 20˚-25˚C (68˚-77˚F)• tamper-evident: do not use if printed foil seal under cap is missing, open or broken
Inactive Ingredients
none
Questions Or Comments?
1-800-719-9260
Principal Display Panel
BONUS 17 DOSES FOR THE PRICE OF 14
Compare to the active ingredient in MiraLAX®
Purelax®
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 3350
Powder for solution, Osmotic laxative
UNFLAVORED POWDER – GRIT FREE
Relieves occasional constipation / irregularity
Softens stool
NET WT 10.1 OZ (289 g)
17 Once-daily Doses
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