Gastroenterology
What is Moviprep used for?
Moviprep is a bowel cleansing agent that flushes everything out of your intestines (gut) so that it is completely clean and empty.
We have given you Moviprep because you are going to have a capsule endoscopy procedure and it is important to have a clean bowel to get the best result from the study.
Before you take Moviprep
Please contact us if you have ever suffered with any of the following:
- gut blockage or perforation
- ileus (loss of muscle action in the gut)
- retention of food in the stomach
- an ulcer in your gut
- toxic or ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon)
- difficulty in swallowing
- reflux oesophagitis
- if you are currently pregnant or breastfeeding
Telephone: 01642 854451
Email: [email protected]
When to take Moviprep
On the day before the procedure:
- Take the First sachet (A and B mixed together) at 2pm.
- Take the Second sachet (A and B mixed together) at 5pm.
How to take Moviprep
- Fill a jug with 1 litre (1¾ pints) of water. Empty the contents of sachet A and B Moviprep into the water. Stir until the solution is clear. You may add dilute juice for flavour (not blackcurrant). Handy Hint – Best served chilled and drank through a straw.
- Drink one glass (¼ litre or ½ pint) of Moviprep every 15 minutes until you have drunk it all. You can take your time with this (up to 2 hours).
- Take the second sachet in the same way at the time detailed above.
- You should start opening your bowels 1 to 2 hours after starting to take Moviprep. As it cleans your gut, it will make you produce watery bowel movements like diarrhoea.
What about side effects?
If you feel bloated or get stomach cramps, try taking the Moviprep more slowly. A few people feel sick or are sick. Sometimes there is soreness around the anus (bottom). If you get any of these effects, it should pass quickly.
Rarely, people are allergic to Moviprep and may get an itchy skin rash (hives). If you do get a rash or any other symptoms which concern you, please refer to your GP or the Capsule Nurse specialist team.
How to store Moviprep
Store the sachets in a dry place at room temperature. It is best to make up and use the solution as you need it. If there is any mixed solution left after 12 hours, throw it away.
Keep all medicines away from children.
Do not use after the expiry date on the pack.
Contact information
If you require further information, please contact the Endoscopy Capsule Service.
Telephone: 01642 944300, Extension: 34661
Telephone: 01642 854451
Available 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday
Email: [email protected]
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