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 - 12AM |
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Step 1 10PM - 11PM |
Drink 12 tablets & 16 ounces of water |
Step 2 11PM - 11:30PM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
Step 3 11:30PM - 12AM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
Second Dosage → 4AM - 6AM |
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Step 1 4AM - 5AM |
Drink 12 tablets & 16 ounces of water |
Step 2 5AM - 5:30AM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
Step 3 5:30AM - 6AM |
Drink 16 ounces of water |
12AM |
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Foods | No food or liquids after midnight except prep solution |
No, take 12 tablets with 16 ounces of water, then drink two more 16-ounce glasses of water over the next hour. Repeat this process for the second dose.
Eat a low-fiber diet 2-3 days before, avoiding seeds, nuts, and raw vegetables. The day before, switch to a clear liquid diet including broth, apple juice, and sports drinks.
Expect frequent, watery bowel movements within 30 minutes to 3 hours. Possible side effects include nausea, bloating, cramping, or chills. Stay near a bathroom and hydrate well.
Yes, the second dose often works faster and more efficiently, as most of the stool is already cleared. However, some people may still experience nausea or discomfort.
Take the first dose the night before, around 6-7 PM, and the second dose early in the morning, around 6-7 AM, ensuring it's completed 5-6 hours before your procedure.