Colonoscopy Prep Instructions
Choose your prep type from the menu below
Colyte, Trilyte, Golytely
5-7 Days before your procedure
Have your prescription filled. Follow the prep instructions below.
5 Days before your procedure
If you routinely have less than 2 bowel movements per week then you
will also need to purchase an 8.3oz bottle of Miralax. Begin taking a dose of Miralax twice a day 5 days prior to your procedure. Take the last dose of Miralax in the morning the day before your procedure.
3 Days before your procedure
AVOID raw fruits and vegetables, whole wheat/multigrain products,
beans, nuts, popcorn and seeds
1 day before your procedure
You may only have clear liquids the entire day such as water, coffee, tea, broth, sodas, apple juice, Gatorade, Kool-aid, Jell-O, popsicles and hard candy. You may not have any solid food.
It is important to drink extra clear liquids before your prep to maintain adequate hydration. Do not drink liquids that are not clear such as milk. Do not drink liquids that are red or purple in color.
1 day before your procedure
MORNING:
• Mix the prep according to instructions. Shake until the powder is mixed and chill in the refrigerator.
BETWEEN 3 AND 6PM – START YOUR PREP:
• Shake the container. Begin drinking the solution. Drink an 8 ounce glass of the solution every 10 – 15
minutes. It is recommended that you drink the whole glass rapidly rather than sip small amounts. A
straw may help.
• Keep drinking the solution every 10-15 minutes until you drink 3 liters (bottle is 3/4 empty). Shake
the container before pouring each dose. Refrigerate the unused portion.
• Make a conscious effort to drink as much clear liquids as you can before, during and afterthe
preparation.
NOTE:
• If you experience nausea – slow down your prep intake and walk around until nausea is relieved.
• Use baby wipes and/or Balneol cleansing cream or lotion during the prep to reduce irritation
The day of the procedure – 4 HOURS before you leave home for your appointment
STEP 1:
• Begin drinking the remainder of the solution (1 liter). Drink an 8 ounce glass of the solution every
10 -15 minutes as directed above. Do not rush. If you need to wait longer between glasses, do so.
• Keep drinking the solution until the bottle is empty. This solution must be completed at least 3
hours prior to your appointment arrival time.
STEP 2:
• You may drink clear liquids until 3 hours before your appointment time.
• You may take your prescription medications (except those listed in the booklet) with water up to 3
hours before your appointment arrival time.
• Do not use smokeless tobacco on the day of your procedure.
• Starting 3 hours before your appointment arrival time absolutely nothing by mouth including gum,
hard candy, breath mints.
Diabetic Prep
Medications
- If you take oral medications for your diabetes, do NOT take your diabetes pills on the day prior to your procedure (prep day) or on the day of your procedure (until your procedure is complete and you resume a normal diet).
- If you take non-insulin injectable medications (Byetta, Bydureon, Victoza, Trulicity, Tanzeum, Symlin), do not take the medication if your injection day is the day prior to your procedure (prep day). You can resume it after the procedure is complete.
- If you take insulin, reduce your dose by 50% (half) of your normal dose on the day prior to your procedure and the day of your procedure. You can resume your normal dose after the procedure when you resume normal diet.
- If you use an insulin pump, contact your diabetes doctor for instruction. Generally, most patients will need to reduce their basal rate to 80% of the normal rate.
Diet
- You should aim for 45-60 grams of carbs with each meal. Although you may ordinarily avoid sugars, they are ok to take when you are prepping for your colonoscopy as these will be the main source of calories when you are on a clear liquid diet.
- For snacks, try to include other fluids that contain electrolytes such as broth.
- Examples of clear liquids with carb amounts are listed below. Note, if you experience low blood sugar (<60) during the 2 hours before your procedure, you can take 3 teaspoons of soda or clear juice to raise your sugar. Do NOT take solid foods or non-clear liquids, as your procedure will be cancelled.
| FLUID | AMOUNT | CARBS |
|---|---|---|
| Juice | 1/2 cup | 15 g |
| Jello | 1/2 cup | 15 g |
| Soda | 1 can | 40 g |
| Popsicle | 1 double stick | 15 g |
| Gatorade/Powerade | 1/2 cup | 15 g |
| Broth (veg/chicken/beef) | any | 0 g |
| Clear Protein Drinks | any | 0 g |
Moviprep
5-7 Days before your procedure
Have your prescription filled. Please follow the prep instructions listed below, not the instructions on the prep box.
5 Days before your procedure
If you routinely have less than 2 bowel movements per week then you will also need to purchase an 8.3oz bottle of Miralax. Begin taking a dose of Miralax twice a day 5 days prior to your procedure. Take the last dose of Miralax in the morning the day before your procedure.
3 Days before your procedure
AVOID raw fruits and vegetables, whole wheat/multigrain products,
beans, nuts, popcorn and seeds
1 Day before your procedure
You may only have clear liquids the entire day such as water, coffee, tea, broth, sodas, apple juice, Gatorade, Kool-aid, Jell-O, popsicles and hard candy. You may not have any solid food. It is important to drink extra clear liquids before your prep to maintain adequate hydration. Do not drink liquids that are not clear such as milk. Do not drink liquids that are red or purple in color.
The day before the procedure – BETWEEN 3 AND 6PM – Start your prep
STEP 1:
- Empty 1 pouch “A” and 1 pouch “B” into the disposable container. Add lukewarm drinking
water to the top line of the container. Mix to dissolve. (The solution may be mixed and
refrigerated ahead of time. You must drink the solution within 24 hours of mixing.)
STEP 2:
- Start drinking the solution. The prep container is divided by 4 marks. Every 15 minutes drink
down to the next mark until the solution is completely gone. A straw may be helpful. - Make a conscious effort to drink as much clear liquids as you can before, during and after the preparation.
NOTE:
- If you experience nausea – slow down your prep intake and walk around until nausea is relieved.
- Use baby wipes and/or Balneol cleansing cream or lotion during the prep to reduce irritation.
The day of the procedure – 4 HOURS before you leave home for your appointment
STEP 1:
- Empty the second pouch “A” and the second pouch “B” into the disposable container.
Add lukewarm drinking water to the top line of the container. Mix to dissolve.
STEP 2:
- Start drinking the solution. The prep container is divided by 4 marks. Every 15 minutes drink down to the next mark until the solution is completely gone. A straw may be helpful.
- You may drink clear liquids until 3 hours before your appointment time.
- You may take your prescription medications (except those listed in the booklet) with water up to 3 hours before your appointment arrival time.
- Do not use smokeless tobacco on the day of your procedure.
- Starting 3 hours before your appointment arrival time absolutely nothing by mouth
including gum, hard candy, breath mints
Plenvu
5-7 Days before your procedure
Have your prescription filled. Please follow the prep instructions listed below, not the instructions on the prep box.
5 Days before your procedure
If you routinely have less than 2 bowel movements per week then you will also need to purchase an 8.3oz bottle of Miralax. Begin taking a dose of Miralax twice a day 5 days prior to your procedure. Take the last dose of Miralax in the morning the day before your procedure.
3 Days before your procedure
AVOID raw fruits and vegetables, whole wheat/multigrain products,
beans, nuts, popcorn and seeds
1 Day before your procedure
You may only have clear liquids the entire day such as water, coffee, tea, broth, sodas, apple juice, Gatorade, Kool-aid, Jell-O, popsicles and hard candy. You may not have any solid food. It is important to drink extra clear liquids before your prep to maintain adequate hydration. Do not drink liquids that are not clear such as milk. Do not drink liquids that are red or purple in color.
The day before the procedure start your prep – Pay attention to start times listed
If your appointment arrival time is before 9:00 AM please take your first dose of prep between 3-6pm
If your appointment arrival time is after 9:00AM please take your first does of the prep between 6-8pm
STEP 1:
- Use the mixing container to mix the contents of the Dose 1 pouch with 16 ounces of water and stir/shake until completely dissolved. This may take up to 2-3 minutes. The prep may be mixed up to 6 hours prior to your prep start time if refrigerated. Drink the entire contents within the next 30 minutes. A straw may help.
STEP 2:
- Refill your mixing container with 32 ounces of clear liquid and drink within the next 30 -60 minutes.
- Make a conscious effort to drink as much clear liquids as you can before, during and after the preparation.
- If you experience nausea – slow down your prep intake and walk around until nausea is relieved.
- Use baby wipes and/or Balneol cleansing cream or lotion during the prep to reduce irritation
The day of the procedure – 4 HOURS before you leave home for your appointment
STEP 1:
Use the mixing container to mix the contents of the Dose 2 (Pouch A and Pouch B) with 16 ounces or more of water and stir/shake until completely dissolved. This may take up to 2-3 minutes. Drink the entire contents within the next 30 minutes. A straw may help.
STEP 2:
- Refill your mixing container with 32 ounces of clear liquid and drink within the next 30 -45 minutes. You may continue to drink clear liquids at your own pace until 3 hours before your appointment arrival time.
- You may take your prescription medications (except those listed in the booklet) with water up to 3 hours before your appointment arrival time.
- Do not use smokeless tobacco on the day of your procedure. Starting 3 hours before your appointment arrival time absolutely nothing by mouth, including gum, hard candy, and breathe mints.
Suprep
5-7 Days before your procedure
Have your prescription filled. Please follow the prep instructions listed below, not the instructions on the prep box.
5 Days before your procedure
If you routinely have less than 2 bowel movements per week then you will also need to purchase an 8.3oz bottle of Miralax. Begin taking a dose of Miralax twice a day 5 days prior to your procedure. Take the last dose of Miralax in the morning the day before your procedure.
3 Days before your procedure
AVOID raw fruits and vegetables, whole wheat/multigrain products,
beans, nuts, popcorn and seeds
1 Day before your procedure
You may only have clear liquids the entire day such as water, coffee, tea, broth, sodas, apple juice, Gatorade, Kool-aid, Jell-O, popsicles and hard candy. You may not have any solid food. It is important to drink extra clear liquids before your prep to maintain adequate hydration. Do not drink liquids that are not clear such as milk. Do not drink liquids that are red or purple in color.
The day before the procedure – BETWEEN 3 AND 6PM – Start your prep
STEP 1:
- Pour one (1) 6 ounce bottle of Suprep liquid into the mixing container. Add cool drinking water to the 16 ounce line on the container and mix.
- Drink the entire contents. A straw may help.
STEP 2:
- Follow with at least FIVE (5) 8 ounce cups of clear liquid over the next two (2) hours.
- Make a conscious effort to drink as much clear liquids as you can before, during and after the preparation.
NOTE:
- If you experience nausea – slow down your prep intake and walk around until nausea is relieved.
- Use baby wipes and/or Balneol cleansing cream or lotion during the prep to reduce irritation
The day of the procedure – 4 HOURS before you leave home for your appointment
STEP 1:
- Pour one (1) 6 ounce bottle of Suprep liquid into the mixing container. Add cool drinking water to the 16 ounce line on the container and mix.
- Drink the entire contents. A straw may help.
STEP 2:
- Follow with at least four (4) 8 ounce cups of clear liquid over the next hour. You may drink clear liquids up to 3 hours prior to your appointment arrival time.
- You may take your prescription medications (except those listed in the booklet) with water up to 3 hours before your appointment arrival time.
- Do not use smokeless tobacco on the day of your procedure. Starting 3 hours before your appointment arrival time absolutely nothing by mouth, including gum, hard candy and breath mints.
Sutab
5-7 Days before your procedure
Have your prescription filled.
5 Days before your procedure
If you routinely have less than 2 bowel movements per week then you will also need to purchase an 8.3oz bottle of Miralax. Begin taking a dose of Miralax twice a day 5 days prior to your procedure. Take the last dose of Miralax in the morning the day before your procedure.
3 Days before your procedure
AVOID raw fruits and vegetables, whole wheat/multigrain products,
beans, nuts, popcorn and seeds
1 Day before your procedure
You may only have clear liquids the entire day such as water, coffee, tea, broth, sodas, apple juice, Gatorade, Kool-aid, Jell-O, popsicles and hard candy. You may not have any solid food. It is important to drink extra clear liquids before your prep to maintain adequate hydration. Do not drink liquids that are not clear such as milk. Do not drink liquids that are red or purple in color.
The day before the procedure – BETWEEN 3 AND 6PM – Start your prep
STEP 1:
- Open 1 bottle of 12 tablets. Fill the provided container with 16 ounces of water (up to the fill line). Swallow each tablet with a sip of water, and drink the entire amount of water over 15 to 20 minutes.
- Start time of first dose_____________
- Approximately 1 hour after the last tablet is ingested, fill the provided container again with 16 ounces of
water (up to the fill line), and drink the entire amount over 30 minutes.
STEP 2:
- Approximately 30 minutes after finishing the second container of water, fill the provided container with 16 ounces of water (up to the fill line),and drink the entire amount over 30 minutes.
NOTE:
- If you experience nausea – pause or slow rate of drinking additional water until symptoms diminish.
- Use baby wipes and/or Balneol cleansing cream or lotion during the prep to reduce irritation
The day of the procedure – 5 to 8 HOURS before procedure BUT AT LEAST 4 hours from dose 1
STEP 1:
- Open second bottle of 12 tablets. Fill the provided container with 16 ounces of water (up to the fill line). Swallow each tablet with a sip of water, and drink the entire amount of water over 15 to 20 minutes. Approximately 1 hour after the last tablet is ingested, fill the provided container again with 16 ounces of water (up to the fill line), and drink the entire amount over 30 minutes. Start time _______
STEP 2:
- Approximately 30 minutes after finishing the second container of water, fill the provided container with 16 ounces of water (up to the fill line),and drink the entire amount over 30 minutes.
NOTE:
- If you experience nausea- pause or slow rate of drinking additional water until symptoms diminish.
- You may take your prescription medications (except those listed in the booklet) with water up to 3 hours before your appointment arrival time.
- Do not use smokeless tobacco on the day of your procedure.
Special Instructions
Starting 3 hours before your appointment arrival time absolutely nothing by mouth, including gum, hard candy, and breath mints.
- Do not take other laxatives while taking SUTAB.
- Do not take oral medications within 1 hour of starting each dose of SUTAB.
- If taking tetracycline or fluoroquinolone antibiotics, iron, digoxin, chlorpromazine, or penicillamine take these medications at least 2 hours before and not less than 6 hours after administration of each dose of SUTAB.