Preferred Label : Sodium Picosulfate/Magnesium Oxide/Citric Acid Laxative;
NCIt synonyms : Sodium Picosulfate/Magnesium Citrate Laxative; Sodium Picosulfate/Magnesium Citrate Oral Laxative; Sodium Picosulfate Magnesium Citrate Oral Laxative;
NCIt definition : An oral laxative formulation containing the stimulant cathartic sodium picosulfate
as the primary active ingredient. Picosulfate acts on the enteric nerves in the intestinal
wall to increase muscle contractions, thereby stimulating peristaltic action and promoting
defecation. Other active ingredients are osmotic agents that increase stool water
content.;
Drug name : Picoprep;
Origin ID : C80015;
UMLS CUI : C2699327;
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