![]() ![]() These include Coumadin, Plavix, Xarelto, vitamin E, ibuprofen and other NSAIDs. However, you must not take anticoagulants (blood thinners) for at least 4-7 days prior to the procedure. Generally, you should take prescribed medication, as directed, both on the preparation day and on the day of the procedure. Yes, except the ones you were told to hold/stop by the doctor or nurse. You may not have a full appetite until the following day.Ĭolonoscopy Prep: Medications Can I take other medications before the procedure? Occasionally, there is mild nausea from the sedative medications. Generally, you can eat immediately after your procedure. Popcorn hulls, small seeds/nuts can also clog the suction channel of the scope which could make the scope inoperable and have to terminate the procedure. During your procedure the hulls can appear to be growths in the colon. The hulls from popcorn and some nuts and seeds can stay in the colon for days. Why can’t I eat popcorn, nuts or seeds a week before my procedure? You may not have noodles, meat or vegetables. Can I have soup during my clear liquid diet? Can I drink alcoholic beverages during the prep?Īlcoholic beverages can cause dehydration, so we strongly suggest you do not drink alcoholic beverages during your bowel prep. Avoid all dairy products including milk, cream and powdered creamer. You may use sugar or sugar substitutes in your drinks during your clear liquid diet. Yes Can I have sugar in my coffee/tea during my clear liquid diet? To help ensure an accurate exam, these liquids should be avoided. When you consume something red or purple such as red jell-O, it can stain the colon or appear to be blood. Why can’t I drink or consume anything red or purple during my clear liquid diet? You may drink clear liquids up until 2 hours before your procedure. Also included in a clear liquid diet is black coffee or tea without cream or powdered creamer and jell-O without added fruit (no red/purple coloring). Clear liquids include: apple and white grape juice or other non-citrus juices without pulp, Gatorade, ginger ale, diet or regular 7-Up, Sprite or colas, Kool Aid, water, clear broth, Popsicles, hard candies without filling. Yes! It is important that you drink a variety of allowed clear liquids to avoid the possibility of becoming nauseated and dehydrated. Can I drink anything other than water while I'm prepping for the colonoscopy? ![]() It will also help you stay hydrated, which will help you recover faster after the procedure. The exact diet instructions will vary, so consult with your doctor.Ī clear liquid diet leaves no residue in the intestines or the stomach, giving the doctor a better look at the lining of the colon. The food dye can cause misinformation during the colonoscopy.
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