Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Jamp-Electropeg
What the medication is used for:
JAMP-ElectroPEG is used for bowel cleansing prior to colonoscopy or barium enema X-ray examination.
What it does:
JAMP-ElectroPEG produces a watery stool which cleanses the bowel prior to examination.
When it should not be used:
Do not use JAMP-ElectroPEG if:
- You are allergic to polyethylene glycol.
- You have or have had a bowel obstruction (e.g. ileus)
- You have a bowel perforation.
- You have a gastrointestinal obstruction.
- You have toxic colitis (inflamed large bowel with damage to the intestinal wall).
- You have toxic megacolon (acute swelling of the large bowel).
What the medicinal ingredients are:
Polyethylene glycol 3350, sodium sulphate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride.
What dosage forms it comes in:
JAMP-ElectroPEG is available as a powder form for oral administration after dissolution in water, juice, soda, coffee, tea, or any other non-alcoholic beverage.
JAMP-ElectroPEG is available in a 4 L bottle.
BEFORE you use JAMP-ElectroPEG, talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:
- You have or have had a bowel obstruction, ulcerative colitis or any other inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s disease).
- You have a history of electrolyte imbalance (hyponatremia) or are using diuretics.
You are pregnant, thinking of becoming pregnant or nursing.
- You have difficulty swallowing or have a pronounced gag reflex or are prone to vomiting.
- You have kidney problems.
- You are allergic to this medication or any other medications or foods.
- You have any other medical conditions.
Contact your doctor if any of the following occurs while taking JAMP-ElectroPEG:
- You develop severe bloating, abdominal pain or distension.
- Do not take this medication if you have abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting and contact your doctor.
- Unusual cramps, bloating or diarrhea occur.
- If you are elderly, stop use and contact a doctor immediately if you experience diarrhea.
Do not take a larger dose of JAMP-ElectroPEG, take it more often, or take it for a longer period of time than your doctor tells you to.
Other warnings you should know about:
In rare cases, serious heart arrhythmias (an irregular or fast heartbeat) have been associated with the use of medicines such as JAMP-ElectroPEG. Tell your doctor if you have problems with your heart such as:
- a history of an abnormal electrical signal called “prolongation of the QT interval”
- an arrhythmia that is not under control
- a recent heart attack
- heart failure
- cardiomyopathy (a disease of the heart muscle that makes it harder for your heart to pump blood to the rest of your body)
Your doctor will decide whether you can take JAMP-ElectroPEG.
No specific drug interactions studies have been done for JAMP-ElectroPEG. Do not take JAMP-ElectroPEG within 2 hours of taking another medication as it may be flushed from the gastrointestinal tract and not absorbed.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and
ABOUT THIS MEDICATION
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
INTERACTIONS WITH THIS MEDICATION
nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
JAMP-ElectroPEG may interact with stimulant laxatives (e.g. bisacodyl). Stop taking JAMP-ElectroPEG and seek medical help if you experience severe abdominal pain and / or rectal bleeding.
Directions on how to use JAMP-ElectroPEG
- Fill water to the top of the line on bottle.
- Stir until completely dissolved and then drink the solution.
- For bowel cleansing, do not eat any solid food for 3 hours prior to drinking JAMP-ElectroPEG.
- Rapidly drink a glass (240 mL) of JAMP-ElectroPEG every 10 minutes.
- Continue drinking until the watery stool is clear and free of solid matter. This usually requires at least 3 L and it is best to drink all of the solution.
- Do not take JAMP-ElectroPEG within 2 hours of any other medication.
Drink plenty of water (or liquids) before, during and after using JAMP-ElectroPEG.
Overdose:
There have been no reports of accidental overdose. In the event of an overdose, dehydration (with symptoms such as thirst, dry mouth, dry eyes not making tears, no perspiration, etc.) due to diarrhea may result. In the case of accidental overdose, stop taking JAMP-ElectroPEG, drink plenty of water and contact a doctor or a poison control centre.
JAMP-ElectroPEG may cause side effects. Tell a doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- Vomiting
Anal irritation
This is not a complete list of side effects. For any unexpected effects while taking JAMP-ElectroPEG contact your doctor or pharmacist.
| Symptom / effect | Talk with your doctor or pharmacist | Stop taking drug and seek urgent medical attention | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Only if severe | In all cases | |||||
| Common | Nausea, abdominal bloating, cramping, and gas. | √ | ||||
| Uncommon | Diarrhea | √ | ||||
| Rare | Allergic reaction (with symptoms such as hives, itching, swelling of the lips, face, tongue, throat, trouble breathing, wheezing, shortness of breath, skin rashes, nasal discharge) | √ | ||||
| Ischemic colitis (lack of blood flow to intestines): severe abdominal pain, rectal bleeding. | √ | |||||
| Seizures | √ | |||||
SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS, HOW OFTEN THEY HAPPEN AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION
If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much JAMP-ElectroPEG, contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department, or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
Store in a dry place at room temperature, 15-30°C.
The reconstituted solution should be used within 48 hours after mixing. Discard unused portion.
Keep the container tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.
If you want more information about JAMP-ElectroPEG:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full Prescribing Information that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website: (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products/drug-product-database.html), or by calling 1-866-399-9091.
JAMP Pharma Corporation
1310 rue Nobel
Boucherville, Quebec
J4B 5H3, Canada
Last revised: January 31, 2025
REPORTING SIDE EFFECTS
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/medeffect-canada/adverse-reaction-reporting.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.