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2. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
2.1 Dosage Overview
Meroken, supplied as a powder, must be reconstituted with water before its use; it is not for direct ingestion [see Dosage and Administration (2.2), Warnings and Precautions (5.8)].
Do not reconstitute with other liquids and/or add starch-based thickeners to the mixing container [see Warnings and Precautions (5.7)].
2.2 Administration Instructions Prior to Dosage
It is preferable not to eat solid food the day before the examination and 3-4 hours before drinking the solution.
It is essential not to eat two hours before drinking the solution and until the examination is completed.
Only drink clear fluids:
•   On the day before the examination
•   When drinking the solution
•   After finishing drinking the solution until 2 hours before the colonoscopy The pharmacist should open the bottle, add 2.7 liters of tap water or up to the line marked 3 liters at the top of the bottle, close the bottle and shake well until completely dissolved.


2.3 Dosage
The following is the recommended dose of reconstituted Meroken solution for adults.
Instruct patients they may consume water or clear liquids during the bowel preparation and after completion of the bowel preparation up until 2 hours before the time of the colonoscopy.
The solution is more palatable if chilled prior to administration.
Instruct patients to drink the 3 liters of solution at a rate of one glass (240 ml) every 10 minutes until the solution is consumed. It is recommended to drink each glass all at once.
The solution is lemon-flavored. Do not add any flavorings or any other supplements to the solution.
The first bowel movements should occur approximately one hour after the start of Meroken administration. The patient should continue drinking until the watery stool is clear and free of solid matter.


3. DOSAGE FORM
Powder for oral solution.