I couldnt drink anything else after midnight before the procedure so I was getting really thirsty and hungry, but made it through. Some require prescription and costs vary, but you do have options when it comes to prep. Good for you for realizing you should be screened now. Unlike in the past, this way I had no cramping, previously cramping had been severe. You need to stay hydrated throughout the process. Drink it cold and slow. Mild diarrhoea next morning, but then told by hospital they were cancelling my appointment as the prep hadnt worked. I vomited ALL of the second dose an hour after I took it. Nausea, bloating, I end up with a few dry heaves. If you have it there, ask your doc about using this prep youll get through this crazy easy! I knew if I wasnt clean they couldnt do the procedure so I didnt do 2nd dose and called to cancel. LOL! 8 dulcolax, 8.3 oz miralax and 2 6oz suprep. And to whoever mentioned not having the anesthesia, I am going to ask about that for next time. 1st day Monday- light breakfast then 2 entire bottles of magnesium citrate at separate times, liquid diet until colonoscopy on Wednesday afternoon at 3:15 pm. I am so relieved, colon cancer runs in my family and with a mother and sister having it, I want to be sure nothing bad is lurking in my body. Purchase Suprep Kit (prescription) at your pharmacy. *2pm BM normal (the double BMs might be because I was getting a little nervous about taking the laxatives nerves are my natural laxative) Did your small bites ruin the test? They took me back right away after talking to the doctor, anesthesiologist, and assisting nurse. How close can 2nd dose of Suprep be? I did a split prep. 3 steps for a good colonoscopy prep. Im afraid that so many solutions will cause the anal fissure to start bleeding again. It really helped me avoid feeling nauseated. I took 3 ducolax after 3 hours of nothing. Needless to say I was happy I drank propel to stay hydrated when I started the prep. It is much easier to drink 8 ounces every 15 minutes over the course of an hour than to drink 32 ounces all at once. When it's your time for a colonoscopy, demand a different prep! I may just be an exception, but the whole experience was very acceptable, and Im a wuss when it comes to doctors. More uncomfortable than anything. This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The submit button will be disabled until you complete the CAPTCHA. Im in Australia and I was given glycoprep-C. I was suppose to take my Suprep at 5:00pm then 10:00pm. Does anyone have any advice? Someone asked the other day about experience with no sedation. Drink the Suprep cold. Suprep did not. Some bloating from the air they pump in, but when i got home I spent 15 minutes on my side and passed a lot of gas. helping of the total 16 oz. DAY OF PROCEDURE Take your . She has used various preps EXCEPT those with taking a second dose of prep the morning of the surgery. 4) For me mixing the Miralax with flat ginger ale worked best, as ginger is stomach-soothing. It was hard to get down the putrid tasting liquid for dose 2! You can reach Your Patient Advisor with non-medical prep questions at: 800.349.0285 . Right after the 5th consumption, I had to go. Yes, regular Gatorade, Gatorade G2, Powerade, or Powerade Zero are acceptable liquids to mix with Suprep. I still hadnt been feeling well so I rescheduled the procedure. Required fields are marked *. Drink two more 16-ounce glasses of water over the next hour (one hour). I did that for every 8 oz and then drank the prep with a straw. Two packets mixed with water. If youre nervous about a colonoscopy, dont be. Probably too late at this point but I cannot speak highly enough for the duclolax/miralax with Gatorade combo. I also used a big straw and put it as far as possible without choking on it. I have an endoscopy/ colonoscopy combo scheduled in a couple weeks and am obsessing about the potential for problems and/or flares. Honestly, I was terrified of the prep, but it wasnt nearly as bad as what I had imagined. I haVe nothing but liquids today and yesterday was light and for the previous week low fiber diet. However, my gastro doc wanted moreso she modified the prep for subsequent procedures to taking 2 Dulcolax at 12 noon, drinking 64 oz of Gatorade mixed with the huge 238 mg bottle of Miralax in close intervals until its gone plus two more Dulcolax at 4pm and nothing after midnight. Use the provided cup to mix with Gatorade , Ginger Ale, or Sprite . Used apple juice as a chaser with each sip. After seeing accounts of the horrid taste, I was pleasantly surprised. In the meantime, I applied Desitin in the proper place (due to advice from this page). Short version of why I am so worried.. due to the perforation I ended up getting 3 different flesh eating viruses and spent 6+ months recovering from it. You ask a great question, and its important that you follow your GIs advice so that you completely and properly prepare your prep, so you can have a successful colonoscopy. Thank you for your comments. You have options. The actual procedure itself, is ez breezy. Im having my 2nd colonoscopy in 6 days, I had my first when I was 41 because my grandfather had colon cancer and my dad died at 69 from colon cancer. Have you tried drinking through a straw? I'm scared. When finished with the prep, drink the water or whatever allowed drink you want until you clear the taste from your mouth. The Miralax Prep kept me up all night and into the next morning. Its important to get your colonoscopy completed, which you already know because its scheduled and youre getting ready to have it done! But my friend had a scheduled colonoscopy scheduled that revealed stage 3 cancer! My doc is a colo-rectal surgeon. The makers of this drug need to get it together and figure this out--this medication will drive people away from getting the screenings they need. If youre wanting to quit early, just remind yourself the prep is the hardest part! It was like drinking water that someone put some salt in it. A clean colon is a key requirement for a successful colonoscopy, Dr. Cheney emphasizes. I will request Suprep when I have my next Colonoscopy. I will request Suprep when I have my next Colonoscopy. Then two 16oz servings of water within the hour. After removing my whole stomach . I mixed it with smart water then drank 32oz of liquids over the next 2 hrs. Well, as I was finishing the first 16 oz all hell broke loose. It is an old medication rarely used any more for those reasons. Sutab Experience. And sat on the can they entire time watching a movie on my phone. Take it the same way as the first dose by mixing it with Gatorade , Ginger Ale, or Sprite . Honestly, theres about an ounce, maybe two left in the cup, I just cant do anymore without puking. The peace of mind I got from finding out I didnt have cancer was worth all the prep and the procedure. I had a lot of cramping and nausea as well. Im very thankful for all those who have shared tips. You can do it! June 9 2020Prep was several hours of drinking a gallon of PEG fluids..sweet and salty..no problem getting it down just had to keep at it every 15 minutesI had to run to bathroom several times and barely made it but I knew this to would passI was not hungry at allI had one down of chicken broth all day and lots of waterJust got home from my colonoscopyit was greata simple IV in armquestions about general healthblood pressure checked and heart rhythmI was wheeled into the ROOMmy doctor greeted me warmlyI turned on my side and the anesthesiologist said he was turning on the sleepy medsI was out and woke up rested and given cold apple juiceso niceleft and ate scrambled eggsI am good to go for another 5 yearslast time I had several polyps that had to be removed.I am so thankful this was doneyes it is a pain to drink a gallon of PEG liquid but you can do itwhat is one day of being uncomfortable verses the possibility of COLON CANCERmy grandmother had itnot funI am almost 70 years old now and this is very important to me. Six hours prior to your arrival for your procedure, begin drinking the second dose of Suprep. I picked up the sugar free Gatorade 2 Glacier Cherry flavor. Then it was completely clear like water. Makes me feel better about sitting on the toilet for the past hour! Clinical studies have shown the split dose to be better than the night-before preparation because the small intestine continuously dumps a thick, gelatinous goo into the colon. Ha! Drank the next 64 oz by 7:30. the last one i kept dosing on and off. Went to bed and slept soundly, waking once to empty bladder. I got a pkg of depends and wore them under a sundress just for piece of mind and ease off/on. Just wondering how it all went for you last year, Jody. Due to the carbonation in the Sprite, I could not drink it fast and it tasted terrible! Okay, so let me put a lot of you at ease. Having my first colonoscopy and endoscopy at the same time on Friday! *PLEASE NOTE*- No prescription is required. Hope this helps someone. I hope the Golitely Im taking works for todays colonoscopy. Please see someone for your irrational thoughts of being assaulted with a colonoscope. I dont know that I can knowingly damage a body I work so hard to keep healthy. Hi Becky: Thanks for your comment. Prep is essentially a laxative, which means you'll spend a lot of time on the toilet. DO NOT put flavoring in mix. I have written down many tips,-and they ease my mind. Also, do some pub med research on the benefits of enteric coated peppermint 2 hours before colonoscopy to relax the bowels, making it easier for the doctor to perform procedure and get a better outcome. Dreading the next time. Suprep is a combination bowel prep kit. So, what happened for me after the first dose. My prescription is 89.00 and do not want to pay this! * I am midst of trying to get the movie prep down. On a side note, I had been avoiding the procedure but felt I really need to do it as I dont exercise, eat alot of refined sugar (co-workers call me the candy and muffin man and process meats, average very lil sleep a day, eat all day and big horse portions due to anxiety, consume alot of energy drinks and have type 2 diabetes. Let your doctor know the last prep was not good for you. You do not feel a thing. You change into a hospital gown, and an IV line is added. He has a Dr. but doesnt want to call him. Thousands of people die or are injured by this test every year I have read stats as high as one in every thousand people die I made a deal with my doctor. Ill be cleaning my floors tomorrow. I had a gallon to drink (3/4 that night, 1/4 in the morning), with lemon flavoring. Also, mention your teeth sensitivity to cold, so they can help you choose a prep that works for you. For the one 10 years ago I felt quite ill during the prep. every 15 minutes. I hope all goes well. This expected I guess. The prep is not that bad, just different. Two days away from my first colonoscopy. Hi Bob, Not terrible. This prep, it is the most disgusting tasting substance I have ever tried . As long as I was drinking I didnt feel much hunger. We hope you receive clear results. I finished it in 10 minutes. Its a white drink (surprisingly not cherry red). Thursday night its 1 pouch of Prepopik followed by another one 6am Friday. Having watched my mother die from colon cancer is the only reason I manage to push through and get this done. Normally, I can't down any liquid in that quantity that quickly much less one that tastes as bad as that. Subscribe to Drugs.com newsletters for the latest medication news, new drug approvals, alerts and updates. If you are sensitive to taste, have something ready to chase it down. Colonoscopies are not pleasant, but they arent awful either. I put ice in it but after two glasses, there was no way I could down anymore. In addition to the clear liquids only and other dietary restrictions, my prep instructions are: Im not leaving myself open to being assaulted too. This stuff is a living hell, and it will drive people away from getting the screenings they need! If you take washed ginger root, grate an inch or two of it into a pot of water, bring it to a boil, and then strain it through cloth to take all the solids out, it makes a ginger tea you can use it to help relieve nausea. The second half of your prep should be started 4-5 hours before the time of your colonoscopy. Thanks. You need to wait those 20 min. Most people will experience a bowel movement about 1 hour after beginning Suprep. But with two Dulcolax prior to that, should I be thinking about taking the day before off as well? Any suggestions or thoughts? OK, whats there? The sensation was strange, but on a 1-10 pain scale Id rate it a 2 or so (except for the brief moment of 5). On toilet by 5:30 on and off until 9:30. You take the first dose the night before your procedure, and the second dose the morning of your procedure. . The first dosage i could not keep down. Prep: Magnesium citrate (many over-the-counter brands). which then softens the stool and makes it easier to pass. By morning I was furious. Im litterly scared this is my first colonoscopy Im about to be 50 in March I hear the prep is horroable but there are stuff to sooth u help me here I need all the advice I can get but keep in mind I have several health conditions to take in I dont need to get nauseadded I get nausea on the regular so what u guys got to tell me an my birthday is March 3rd an I just decided to get this crap over with didn want to wait till bday my colonoscopy is dec14. They wanted to reschedule but I passed on it. First time never having candy on Halloween! Also did learn that I could have asked for the prep where you only drink like 2-12oz bottles of a different prep and then sub in your own drinks in between. My new gi doc is aware of the previous issues and told me its a 1 in 4000 odds of having it happen followed by a 1 in millions with the rest. The real trouble began with the second dose, which happened at 1:00 am: I got quite nauseous, I lost all control of my bowel, had multiple accidents, was up all night, my husband was up all night helping me, and at one point he had t. o come in the bathroom with rubber gloves and bleach to clean up. was scheduled for 11am the next day- the only problem was that my veins were hard to find because I was a little dehydrated from not drinking after midnight. Thank you! It helped to use a straw and sip something carbonate in between drinks of the cocktail. I have the 10 oz bottle. Dont put it off! If you experience severe pain or vomiting with the preparation, please call 845-471-9410. . Although thie procedure is NOT While he has been cancer free since July 2019, his quality of life is not what it was before his diagnosis. Colonoscopy prep is one of the most dreaded steps when it comes to colorectal cancer screening, but its not optional. Elastic-waisted pants will be a lifesaver once the laxative begins working you wont have time to mess with buttons! I just finished my prep for my procedure in the morning. My experience at the clinic was anticlimactic; I was asked a series of questions pertinent to the upcoming procedure, and prepped. The only surprise (and very painful surprise) was that they banded two hemorrhoids that they found. Is it OK to take the 2nd dose? Double check your doctors instructions for when to begin your prep and bump it up a few hours earlier, if possible. Im totally bugged out about a second test, but I know if I dont get it done it will be a bad thing. Pedialyte also now comes in packets, so you can mix it yourself.. I thought this prep was the worst. Thank you for this post of tips, it will help individuals to get ready, 1)cool the prep liquid so it tastes better, 3) drink a chaser like apple juice after each sip of prep it really does taste vile, 4) have the best toilet paper at home, the softer the better and u will be using it quite a bit, 5) have A&D ointment or preparation H at home to sooth butt hole mine hurt from pooping. I did not even think of getting depends! Man that prep was the nastiest thing I had ever tasted. They ended up using the one in my arm and not my hand. I pulled the plug on my colonoscopy and prep, but I still wanted my planned endoscopy. No way I can down any more of that mix! Please take your second dose of Suprep at 10:00pm 1. Prep: Sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate, and magnesium sulfate (Suprep). Many patients leave a colonoscopy and go for a delicious and filling meal and a long nap. 4 DULCOLAX tablets. Thank you for the suggestion. So far, have not had any discomforts like feeling faint or stomach pain from the prep procedure. Try taking a handful of antibiotic before a twice yearly dental exam. Again, this may not work for you, but it works for me no nausea and no waiting around the toilet all day. Also OMG am I ever going to get any kind of sleep, or just sit on the toilet till the morning?? The actual medical procedure was seamless. Start the second cleanse at least 6 hours before your appointment (or as directed) so all the action is over well before you head to the appointment. and prepare a few days before by not eating so much. I followed the given instructions to the tee, but I expected WAY bigger results. Hi Lynn, We appreciate your comment so much! Hopefully I will get something better to take next time pills would be very good thank you for letting me know what you took and how much better that was,???????? . It was literally a breeze from prep to finish. Suprep - what to do if you vomit after the first bottle and still have the 2nd bottle to go? Needless to say it was completely painless. Please note the date of last review or update on all articles. The second dose this morning at 3:30am was a bit harder to swallow, but a gulp of gatorade between swallows helped the taste. So, my advice for people is, relax, your body knows what to do, let it do it and breathe and have a cool cloth and a fan near by. Thanks to all the previous comments firstthey really helped me prepare. I am having my first colonoscopy this Friday and while I am deeply dreading it, Ive seen firsthand what this will do to a person. I had the split dose, made it through the first dose of they told me it tasted like mango but it really tasted like satans butt dose and never produced any cleaning. I had my first dose at room temperature and I renamed it Hot Cherry Garbage Juice. I forced myself to drink it. We appreciate your comment. This is my 3rd colonoscopy, you dont feel anything. First, I want to thank everyone who posted here. Recently, I had diarrhea and had blood (from either a hemorrhoid or an anal fissure). Kit. Can I mix Suprep with Gatorade instead of water? No mention of drugs to stop here, My doc now only says stop Iron supplements (including multivitamins) in 3 days before test. Dont know why they cant make it easier to drinkI had the last one In Nov I7.
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