Day of Your Colonoscopy
- DO NOT use pain medication, marijuana, antacids (Maalox, Pepto Bismol, Mylanta, etc.), or creamer in your coffee.
- Continue to hydrate!
- 4-5 hours before arrival time depending on your prep – Begin “Step 2” of prescribed bowel prep.
- Remember! You will need to complete your bowel prep 2 hours prior to your arrival time. Please find your specific bowel preparation product below under Bowel Preparation Instructions by Specific Product and follow the instructions for “Step 2” instead of the instructions on the package.
- 3-4 hours before arrival time – Take 2 anti-gas tablets.
- 2 hours before arrival time – Take any regularly scheduled medications with only sips of water.
- 2 hours before arrival time – STOP drinking water and clear liquids. DO NOT have anything by mouth prior to your arrival time. DO NOT chew gum, have hard candy, have lozenges, or drink water. Your procedure will be delayed or cancelled if you eat or drink anything less than 2 hours from your arrival time.
- 1 hour before procedure time – Arrive at procedure location! Bring your insurance cards and photo ID. Leave valuables, watches, and jewelry at home. DO NOT wear contact lenses, they will need to be removed.
