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Polyethylene Glycol morning

Cleveland Clinic Florida · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Polyethylene Glycol morning is a Osmotic laxative Small molecule drug developed by Cleveland Clinic Florida. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy or other GI procedures, Constipation management. Also known as: Golytely.

Polyethylene glycol acts as an osmotic laxative that draws water into the intestinal lumen to promote bowel movements.

Polyethylene glycol acts as an osmotic laxative that draws water into the intestinal lumen to promote bowel movements. Used for Bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy or other GI procedures, Constipation management.

At a glance

Generic namePolyethylene Glycol morning
Also known asGolytely
SponsorCleveland Clinic Florida
Drug classOsmotic laxative
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaGastroenterology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

PEG is a non-absorbable polymer that creates an osmotic gradient in the gastrointestinal tract, increasing stool water content and promoting intestinal motility. This mechanism facilitates bowel evacuation without being systemically absorbed, making it suitable for bowel preparation and constipation management.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Polyethylene Glycol morning

What is Polyethylene Glycol morning?

Polyethylene Glycol morning is a Osmotic laxative drug developed by Cleveland Clinic Florida, indicated for Bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy or other GI procedures, Constipation management.

How does Polyethylene Glycol morning work?

Polyethylene glycol acts as an osmotic laxative that draws water into the intestinal lumen to promote bowel movements.

What is Polyethylene Glycol morning used for?

Polyethylene Glycol morning is indicated for Bowel preparation prior to colonoscopy or other GI procedures, Constipation management.

Who makes Polyethylene Glycol morning?

Polyethylene Glycol morning is developed by Cleveland Clinic Florida (see full Cleveland Clinic Florida pipeline at /company/cleveland-clinic-florida).

Is Polyethylene Glycol morning also known as anything else?

Polyethylene Glycol morning is also known as Golytely.

What drug class is Polyethylene Glycol morning in?

Polyethylene Glycol morning belongs to the Osmotic laxative class. See all Osmotic laxative drugs at /class/osmotic-laxative.

What development phase is Polyethylene Glycol morning in?

Polyethylene Glycol morning is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Polyethylene Glycol morning?

Common side effects of Polyethylene Glycol morning include Nausea, Abdominal bloating, Abdominal cramping, Vomiting, Diarrhea.

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