Website Colonoscopy Instructions

[Pages:1]Colonoscopy Instructions

Preparing for your procedure: ? If you are on a prescription (Rx) blood thinner, please contact our staff. Examples of Prescription (Rx) blood thinners: Aggrenox (Aspririn-ER Dipyrideamole), Brilinta, Clopidogrel (Plavix), Coumadin (Warfarin), Effient, Eliquis, Enoxaparin (Lovenox), Fondaparinux (Arixta), Heparin, Iprivask, Pletal, Pradaxa, Xarelto. ? If you have diabetes, please consult with your prescribing physician for dosing instructions for your medications BEFORE beginning the clear liquid diet. ? You may take your regular morning blood pressure medication with a small sip of water before coming in for your procedure. ? Please follow the "Prep" solution instructions provided by your physician. ? Your prescription has been sent electronically and will be held by your pharmacy until your procedure. Most pharmacists ask that you call several days in advance to having your prescription filled to ensure they have it in stock. ? Arrange your transportation. Driver must stay during your procedure. ? Make sure you have contacted your pharmacy and picked up your "Prep".

Clear Liquid Diet (any or all) ? Broth or Bouillon (fat free) ? Tea (no milk) ? Carbonated beverages ? Coffee (no milk) ? Jell-O ? Gatorade ? Fruit Juices (strained) ? Popsicles ? Avoid red and orange coloring during the clear liquid diet. ? Avoid cream soups or any liquid with pulp. ? Avoid any kind of ice cream or sherbet. NO SOLID FOOD OF ANY KIND

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