ColonX

ColonX is used as a supplement to keep enough magnesium in the body.

ColonX is also used as a laxative to help with occasional constipation.

ColonX may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Your dose may change if you switch to a different brand, strength, or form of this medicine. Avoid medication errors by using exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Take with a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid with each dose.

Shake the liquid medicine. Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.

Taking more than your recommended dose will not make this medicine more effective and may cause serious side effects.

When used for constipation, call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if the medicine produces no results. Not having a bowel movement after using a laxative may be a sign of a condition more serious than occasional constipation.

Store at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed. Inform your healthcare provider if you are taking other medicines or have any other medical conditions or allergies.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if ColonX is safe to use if you have or have ever had:

• a sudden change in bowel habits that has lasted longer than 2 weeks;
• stomach pain, nausea, vomiting;
• trouble swallowing;
• if you are on a low-magnesium, low-sodium, or low-potassium diet; or
• kidney disease.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not allow a young child to use ColonX without help from an adult.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

ColonX may cause serious side effects. Stop using ColonX and call your doctor right away if you have:

• pain with bowel movements, rectal bleeding;
• watery diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, severe stomach pain;
• painful or difficult urination;
• flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling);
• feeling light-headed, like you might pass out;
• weak or shallow breathing, slow heartbeats; or
• muscle weakness, increased thirst.

Common side effects of ColonX may include:

• loose stools, diarrhea, stomach cramps;
• upset stomach;
• dizziness; or
• increased sweating.

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

ColonX is used as needed. If you are on a dosing schedule and miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Do not take any other medicines within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take ColonX. Laxatives can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using over-the-counter medicines that may have ingredients similar to ColonX.

Other drugs may affect ColonX, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.