Colonoscopy Prep — Quick Guide

• Driver required after sedation—arrange a ride.

• Tell us about blood thinners, antiplatelets, diabetes meds, and GLP‑1s. Do not stop without our plan.

• Stop iron unless we advise otherwise.

• Shift to a low‑fiber diet: avoid nuts, seeds, popcorn, corn, raw veggies, salads, and whole grains.

• Hydrate well.

• Clear liquids only after breakfast.

• Allowed: water, broth, tea/coffee (no cream), sports drinks, clear juices (apple/white grape), gelatin, ice pops.

• Avoid red or purple liquids.

• 5–7 PM: Drink the first half of the bowel prep as directed.

• 5 hours before your arrival time: Drink the second half of the prep.

• Finish at least 3 hours before you check in.

• Take approved morning medications with small sips of water.

• Wear comfortable clothing; bring ID/insurance and a medication list.

If stools are not running clear yellow by morning, call us—we can help salvage the prep.

• Chill the prep; use a straw and split into small doses.

• Alternate sips of prep with clear liquids you like.

• Use petroleum jelly or zinc oxide to protect the skin.

• If you’re nauseated, pause 15–30 minutes, then resume; call us if vomiting persists.

• We’ll give a personalized plan for blood thinners/antiplatelets.

• Diabetes/GLP‑1 meds: Doses may change before and the morning of your procedure.

• Your prep may not match this summary. Always follow the specific prep kit and clinic instructions you received.

Valley Gastroenterology

3190 E Meridian Park Loop, Suite 206

Wasilla, Alaska 99654

Phone: (907) 373-2544

Fax: (844) 689-4240

Web: ValleyGastroAK.com