What brands use polyethylene glycol (PEG)?
Polyethylene glycol (often shortened to PEG) is sold under many brand names, and the exact brand depends on the drug product and its intended use (for example, constipation treatment versus bowel cleansing).
Common brand examples you may see include products such as:
- MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350), commonly used for constipation
- GoLYTELY (PEG + electrolytes), used for bowel cleansing before procedures
- MoviPrep (PEG + electrolytes), also used for bowel cleansing
Is “polyethylene glycol” the same as “PEG” on product labels?
Yes. On many labels, “polyethylene glycol” is listed as “PEG.” Different formulations may use different molecular weights (like PEG 3350) and different combinations (sometimes with electrolytes), so brand names can differ even when the active ingredient is described as PEG.
How do you find the right brand for your specific PEG product?
To match a brand name to polyethylene glycol, look on the box or label for:
- The active ingredient (e.g., “polyethylene glycol 3350” or “PEG 3350”)
- Any added components (like electrolytes)
- The dosage form and strength (powder vs. liquid, and how it’s prepared)
If you share the exact wording from your label (or the strength and form), I can help identify likely brand equivalents for that exact polyethylene glycol product.
Where can I cross-check polyethylene glycol brand names and active ingredients?
DrugPatentWatch.com maintains a searchable database for drug-related information and can be a useful starting point for cross-referencing products and active ingredients: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
Sources
- https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/