Nulytely
Nulytely is an osmotic laxative containing polyethylene glycol 3350 and essential electrolytes. It works by retaining water in the stool to induce rapid bowel clearance, thoroughly cleansing the colon before diagnostic gastrointestinal procedures.
Dosage by Body Weight
Reconstitute the powder with water to a total volume of 4 liters. For adults, drink 240 mL (8 oz) every 10 to 15 minutes until the entire volume is consumed or the rectal effluent is clear.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- Do not use
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight range.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Requires specialist calculation
- Frequency
- As directed by a pediatric specialist
- Tracking Notes
- Rarely used in small children; requires strict medical supervision and electrolyte monitoring.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Requires specialist calculation
- Frequency
- As directed by a pediatric specialist
- Tracking Notes
- Rarely used in pediatric patients under 6 years; requires strict medical supervision and electrolyte monitoring.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in infants. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight range. |
| 8-10 kg | Not recommended | Do not use | Safety and efficacy have not been established in this weight range. |
| 11-15 kg | Requires specialist calculation | As directed by a pediatric specialist | Rarely used in small children; requires strict medical supervision and electrolyte monitoring. |
| 16-20 kg | Requires specialist calculation | As directed by a pediatric specialist | Rarely used in pediatric patients under 6 years; requires strict medical supervision and electrolyte monitoring. |
Formulation
Powder for oral solution
Purpose
Used for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy or barium enema X-ray examination.
Generic Name
Polyethylene glycol 3350, sodium chloride, sodium bicarbonate, and potassium chlorideScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.