Colonoscopy with GOLYTELY/COLYTE

Preparation Instructions for Colonscopy with GOLYTELY and COLYTE

Complete Colonscopy with GOLY/COLYTE FORM and bring it with you to your appointment. Click here to download form.

 Notify your health care provider if you are currently taking Coumadin, blood thinners or insulin for further instructions.


 Please remember to arrange for a responsible adult to accompany you home.  If you do not have an adult escort, your procedure will be cancelled and re-scheduled. A responsible adult must escort you home.


Review preparation schedule below for 5 days preceding your colonoscopy.

5 days prior 4 days prior 3 days prior 2 days prior 1 day prior Procedure Day

Arrange a ride (see above).

Insurance Cards: Check with your insurance carrier in advance to see if you need pre-approval for an outpatient appointment or procedure.  It is important that you understand your financial responsibility.

Stop taking iron.

If taking Coumadin you need to hold for 3-5 days.  Contact your Primary Care Physician.

Fill your prescription for oral laxative GoLytely.

If you are diabetic, contact your Primary Care Physician or Endocrinologist for specific instructions.

Confirm your ride home.

Drink at least 8 glasses of water throughout the day.                            

No liquids with red or purple artificial dyes – including Jell-O until after your procedure.

No solid foods after midnight.

Text Box: Begin Clear Liquid Diet Strained fruit juices (no pulp); apple, white grape, broth, water, Gatorade, popsicles, Jell-O, coffee, tea (no milk or cream).

Drink at least 8 glasses of water throughout the day.

 Mix GoLytely as directed on container.

3 pm – Begin drinking GoLytely.  Drink one glass every 15 minutes until all is consumed.

You may drink clear liquids until bedtime.

 

 

 

 

 

Early morning – take your usual prescribed medications with a few sips of water.

Be sure to bring: Ride, Insurance Card, Co-pay if required.

Clear liquids OK up to 6 hours before procedure.

Leave jewelry, money and other valuables at home.

Allow 2-4 hours in our department.

Text Box: Begin Low Fiber Diet § No raw vegetables § No whole wheat or high fiber § No nuts or popcorn § No Metamucil, Fibercon, brand or bulking agents Text Box: NOTE: Oral laxatives may cause mild cramping, bloating or nausea. Always stay near a toilet when using laxatives.

 

 

 

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