摘要 |
<p>This invention relates to colonic purgative compositions in a liquid or solid dosage form, comprising at least a first and second purgative, wherein the first purgative is sodium phosphate and the second purgative is magnesium citrate. Oral administration of the colonic formulations may be used for effecting partial or complete purgation of the colon in a mammal. The formulations and methods of this invention are particularly useful to cleanse the bowel prior to diagnostic and surgical procedures and can also be employed in lower dosages as a laxative to promote elimination and/or to relieve constipation.</p> |