General Instructions |
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2 Weeks Before the Procedure |
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| Foods | No change |
| Liquids | Drink plenty of water |
| Medications |
Hold - GLP1 Agonist Medication:
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1 Week Before the Procedure |
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| Foods |
No Nuts or Seeds - berries, cashews, corn nuts, peanuts, pecans, popcorn, walnuts Low Fiber Diet
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| Liquids | Drink plenty of water |
| Medications |
Pharmacy
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1 Day Before the Procedure |
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| Foods |
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| Liquids |
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| Medications |
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Procedure Day |
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| Foods | No food or liquids the day of the procedure |
Medication Instructions |
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Attention |
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| Expected Symptoms Do not stop the bowel preparation |
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First Dosage → 10PM - 11:30PM |
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| Step 1 10PM - 10:30PM |
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| Step 2 10:30PM - 11PM |
Drink 16 ounces of solution |
| Step 3 11PM - 11:30PM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
Second Dosage → 4AM - 5:30AM |
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| Step 1 4AM - 4:30AM |
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| Step 2 4:30AM - 5AM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
| Step 3 5AM - 5:30AM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
12AM |
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| Foods | No food or liquids after midnight except prep solution |
Expect frequent, urgent bowel movements within 30 minutes to 3 hours. You may experience bloating, cramping, nausea, or chills. Stay hydrated and near a bathroom until the stool is clear.
Yes, the second dose is essential for complete colon cleansing. Skipping it may leave residue in the colon, affecting the accuracy of the colonoscopy results. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Drinking water helps prevent dehydration, reduces nausea, and improves bowel cleansing. It also helps flush out remaining stool for a clearer colonoscopy view.
The first dose is usually taken the evening before the procedure, around 10PM - 11:30PM. The second dose is taken 4AM - 5:30AM before the colonoscopy, typically early in the morning.
If no bowel movement occurs within 6 hours, drink more clear liquids and walk around. If constipation persists, contact your doctor, as another laxative may be needed.
