MoviPrep Instructions

Learn how to take MoviPrep

We have provided downloadable MoviPrep instruction sheets in various languages to teach you how to mix and take your MoviPrep doses. However, the time of your procedure will dictate when you should take your doses. It is important that you properly mix the solution, take your doses when instructed by your doctor, and complete the entire prep to ensure the most effective cleansing. Ultimately, you should always follow your doctor's colonoscopy prep instructions.

Each MoviPrep kit contains a disposable container, 2 pouches labeled A, and 2 pouches labeled B. You must complete the entire prep to ensure the most effective cleansing.

Step 1: Mix the first dose

MoviPrep dosing instructions - mixing the dose

At the time instructed by your doctor

Empty 1 pouch A and 1 pouch B into the disposable container
Add lukewarm drinking water to the top line of the container. Mix to dissolve

If preferred, mix solution ahead of time and refrigerate prior to drinking. The reconstituted solution should be used within 24 hours.

Some people also prefer to drink MoviPrep with a straw.

Step 2: Drink the first dose

MoviPrep dosing instructions - drinking the dose

The MoviPrep container is divided by 4 marks. Every 15 minutes, drink the solution down to the next mark (approximately 8 oz), until the full liter is consumed
Drink 16 oz of the clear liquid of your choice. This is a necessary step to ensure adequate hydration and an effective prep

Step 3: Mix the second dose

At the time instructed by your doctor

Empty 1 pouch A and 1 pouch B into the disposable container
Add lukewarm drinking water to the top line of the container. Mix to dissolve

If preferred, mix solution ahead of time and refrigerate prior to drinking. The reconstituted solution should be used within 24 hours.

Some people also prefer to drink MoviPrep with a straw.

Step 4: Drink the second dose

The MoviPrep container is divided by 4 marks. Every 15 minutes, drink the solution down to the next mark (approximately 8 oz), until the full liter is consumed
Drink 16 oz of the clear liquid of your choice. This is a necessary step to ensure adequate hydration and an effective prep

Acceptable clear liquids include, but are not limited to

Water
Clear soup
Fruit juice without pulp
Soft drinks
Tea and/or coffee without milk

Important note: Avoid any red or purple liquid, such as cranberry juice or grape juice, as the coloring can interfere with the results of your exam. Also avoid milk, dairy products, and nondairy coffee creamer.

The importance of proper hydration

A colonoscopy prep causes the body to lose a significant amount of fluid and can result in sickness due to dehydration. It's important that you prepare your body by drinking extra clear liquids before the prep. Stay hydrated by drinking all required clear liquids during the prep. Replenish your system by drinking clear liquids after returning home from your colonoscopy.

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MoviPrep dosing instructions

Evening-before instructions
PM|AM Split Dosing^™ instructions

Non–English-language dosing instructions and Prescribing Information

My MoviMent Prep Kit - a guide to help you through the colonoscopy process. Featuring Colonoscopy For Dummies.

MoviPrep colonoscopy prep instructional videos

Important Safety Information about MOVIPREP

MOVIPREP^® (PEG-3350, sodium sulfate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, sodium ascorbate and ascorbic acid for oral solution) is an osmotic laxative indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults 18 years of age or older. MOVIPREP is contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal (GI) obstruction, bowel perforation, gastric retention, ileus, toxic colitis or toxic megacolon, and patients who have had a severe hypersensitivity reaction to any of its components. MOVIPREP should be used with caution in patients at risk of or with fluid and electrolyte abnormalities, hyponatremia, arrhythmias, seizures, in patients with impaired renal function or patients taking concomitant medications that affect renal function, patients with known or suspected inflammatory bowel disease, patients with suspected GI obstruction or perforation, patients at risk for aspiration, and patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. Most common adverse reactions for split dosing (incidence ≥5%) are malaise, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and upper abdominal pain. The most common adverse reactions for evening only dosing (incidence ≥5%) are abdominal distension, anal discomfort, thirst, nausea, abdominal pain, sleep disorder, rigors, hunger, malaise, vomiting, and dizziness. MOVIPREP contains 233 mg of phenylalanine per treatment. Advise patients to hydrate adequately before, during, and after the use of MOVIPREP.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/safety/medwatch/ or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Complete Prescribing Information

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