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Moviprep Bowel Preparation

Get detailed instructions for using MoviPrep before an afternoon colonoscopy. Follow our expert guide for a smooth and effective bowel cleansing.

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General Instructions

2 Weeks Before the Procedure

Foods No change
Liquids Drink plenty of water
Medications Hold - GLP1 Agonist Medication:
  • Dulaglutide (Trulicity)
  • Exenatide (Byetta)
  • Exenatide Extended Release (Bydureon BCise)
  • Liraglutide (Victoza)
  • Lixisenatide (Adlyxin)
  • Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus)
  • Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)

1 Week Before the Procedure

Foods

No Nuts or Seeds - berries, cashews, corn nuts, peanuts, pecans, popcorn, walnuts

Low Fiber Diet

  • Foods - white bread, cheese, eggs, yogurt
  • Soups - clear vegetable, chicken or beef broth
  • Vegetables - cooked without skin like mashed potatoes
  • Fruits - pureed fruits without skin like applesauce
Liquids Drink plenty of water
Medications
  • Take as usual unless otherwise instructed
  • Hold - Anti-Diarrheal Medication - Imodium, Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol
  • Hold - Iron Tablets
  • Hold - Multivitamins

Pharmacy

  • Fill or buy preparation medication
  • Pick up 3 days before your procedure

1 Day Before the Procedure

Foods
  • Clear Liquid Diet
  • Soups - clear vegetable, chicken or beef broth
  • Juices - clear only without pulp
Liquids
  • Drink plenty of water
  • No alcohol
  • No red or purple colored drinks
Medications
  • Hold - Oral Diabetes Medication
  • Insulin - Take ½ the dose the entire day
  • Blood Pressure Medication - The pre-anesthesia team (PAT) will instruct you on how to take your blood pressure medications.
  • All other medications - continue as normal

Procedure Day

Foods No food or liquids the day of the procedure

Medication Instructions

Attention

Expected Symptoms Do not stop the bowel preparation
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Bloating
  • Cramps
  • Diarrhea
  • Gas
  • Nausea

First Dosage → 10PM - 12AM

Step 1 10PM - 11PM
  • Mix 1st set of Pouch A & Pouch B with water into the disposable container to the fill line
  • Drink 32 ounces of solution
Step 2 11PM - 12AM

Drink 16 ounces of water

Second Dosage → 4AM - 6AM

Step 1 4AM - 5AM
  • Mix 2nd set of Pouch A & Pouch B with water into the disposable container to the fill line
  • Drink 32 ounces of solution
Step 2 5AM - 6AM

Drink 16 ounces of water

12AM

Foods No food or liquids after midnight except prep solution

Frequently Asked Questions

How to take MoviPrep for an afternoon appointment?

Take the first dose the night before, around 4 PM-6 PM, and the second dose 5-6 hours before your procedure, typically 10 PM -12 AM, ensuring a clear colon by your appointment time.

What is the use of MoviPrep?

MoviPrep is a bowel cleansing solution used before a colonoscopy. It flushes stool from the intestines by drawing water into the colon, ensuring a clear view for the procedure.

How much water with MoviPrep?

After each dose, drink at least 16 ounces of clear liquid. In total, you should consume at least 64 ounces of clear fluids to stay hydrated and ensure proper bowel cleansing.

How do you know your bowel is clear after MoviPrep?

Your bowel is clear when your stool is light yellow, watery, and free of solid particles. If it remains cloudy or contains residue, drink more clear liquids as directed.

When should I start prep for a 12 PM colonoscopy?

Start the first dose the night before, around 4PM - 6PM, and take the second dose early morning, around 10 pm -12 am, ensuring it's completed at least 5-6 hours before the procedure.

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