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US brand names:GoLYTELY, CoLyte
Whole Bowel Irrigation Solution (PEG-ELS) is dosed at 25–40 ml/kg/hr PO Continuous until rectal effluent clear in dogs, per ASPCA Toxicology Protocols; AACT Position Statement on WBI. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Isotonic polyethylene glycol-electrolyte lavage solution that mechanically flushes the entire GI tract without significant fluid or electrolyte shifts.
For sustained-release drug ingestion, body packers, or when charcoal ineffective. Administer via nasogastric tube if not drinking. Contraindicated with ileus or perforation.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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