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Following the instructions for the bowel prep solution is the most important step before the procedure.","Answer",{"name":66,"@type":61,"acceptedAnswer":67},"What clear liquids are allowed, and what should be avoided?",{"text":68,"@type":64},"Allowed liquids are those you can see through, such as water, tea or coffee without milk, clear broth, and non-red sports drinks like Gatorade. Avoid red or purple clear liquids and any non-clear foods during the clear-liquid period.",{"name":70,"@type":61,"acceptedAnswer":71},"When do the magnesium citrate doses and Dulcolax doses need to be taken?",{"text":72,"@type":64},"Three Dulcolax 5 mg tablets are taken around 4 p.m. the day before. The first magnesium citrate bottle is taken at 5 p.m., followed by Gatorade through the evening, and the second magnesium citrate bottle is taken in the morning about 4 hours before the appointment, with no intake within 3 hours of the procedure.","https://schema.org",{"og:url":32,"og:type":75,"og:title":10,"og:site_name":45,"og:description":12},"article",{"robots":77,"canonical":32},"index,follow",{"doc_id":79,"site_id":7},400806,1790534577,{"code":4,"msg":82,"data":83},"success",[84,88,92,96,101,106,110,115,120,123,127],{"id":22,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":85,"show_sort_weight":86,"slug":87},"Story & Novel",90,"story-novel",{"id":26,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":89,"show_sort_weight":90,"slug":91},"Literature",80,"literature",{"id":33,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":93,"show_sort_weight":94,"slug":95},"Exam",70,"exam",{"id":97,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":98,"show_sort_weight":99,"slug":100},5,"Comic",60,"comic",{"id":102,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":103,"show_sort_weight":104,"slug":105},6,"Technology",50,"technology",{"id":107,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":29,"show_sort_weight":108,"slug":109},7,40,"healthcare",{"id":111,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":112,"show_sort_weight":113,"slug":114},8,"Research & Report",30,"research-report",{"id":116,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":117,"show_sort_weight":118,"slug":119},9,"Religion & Spirituality",20,"religion-spirituality",{"id":118,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":121,"show_sort_weight":118,"slug":122},"World Cup","world-cup",{"id":124,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":125,"show_sort_weight":124,"slug":126},10,"Lifestyle","lifestyle",{"id":128,"doc_module":4,"doc_module_name":25,"category_name":129,"show_sort_weight":97,"slug":130},19,"General","general",{"code":4,"msg":82,"data":132},{"doc_id":79,"user_id":133,"nickname":42,"user_avatar":134,"doc_module":4,"category_id":107,"category_name":29,"doc_title":10,"doc_description":12,"doc_content":135,"file_id":136,"file_url":137,"file_type":138,"file_size":139,"view_count":55,"is_deleted":4,"is_public":22,"is_downloadable":22,"audit_status":22,"page_count":33,"language":140,"language_code":8,"site_id":7,"html_lang":8,"table_of_contents":141,"faqs":142,"seo_title":143,"seo_description":12,"update_tm":144,"read_time":124,"preview_page_count":4},3985747859154,"https://ap-avatar.wpscdn.com/davatar_276721f389ce27ea32af1340a28f341c","You have been scheduled for a colonoscopy. A colonoscopy is a procedure that will allow your doctor to inspect the inner lining of the colon for evidence of abnormalities such as polyps and colon cancer. The process of cleaning your colon out is the most important step prior to your procedure. It is vital that you follow the instructions below for taking the “bowel prep solution.”  \nObtain from the pharmacy or store:  \n2 (10 ounce) bottles Magnesium Citrate (non-red). No prescription needed.  \n2 quarts of Gatorade, non-red  \nThree 5mg tablets of Dulcolax (Bisacodyl) tablets you can buy over the counter Instructions for 2-dose Magnesium Citrate (“bowel prep solution”)  \n*** DO NOT take this preparation if you have liver, heart, or kidney failure.  \n**** SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: If you have diabetes or are taking a blood thinning medication, you will need special instructions for your medication prior to your colonoscopy.  \nClear liquid diet  \n􀁩 Your colon must be completely empty and clean in order to get the best results from your colonoscopy.  \n􀁩 One day before your procedure and bowel prep solution, your doctor will place you on a clear liquid diet.  \n􀁩 A liquid is considered clear if you can see through it.  \nPlease avoid red or purple clear liquids. Clear liquids are those you can “see through.”  \nExamples include:  \nWater or strained fruit juice without pulp (apple, white grape) Tea or coffee without milk or creamer  \nClear broth or bouillon  \nGinger-ale, lemon-lime soda, or lemonade  \nSports drink (e.g., Gatorade)  \nKool-Aid or other fruit flavored drinks  \nPlain Jell-O (not red or purple) without added fruit or toppings Ice popsicles or hard candy  \n\n| At least 7 days before your procedure\u003Cbr>Date:    | • Arrange for someone to drive you to and from your procedure.\u003Cbr>• Check which medicines you may need to stop, especially if you are taking any blood thinning medications such as Coumadin, Plavix, Lovenox.\u003Cbr>• The person who is driving you to your appointment must stay in the building during the entire length of your procedure.\u003Cbr>• If you have diabetes, let the nurse know.\u003Cbr>• If you are taking Coumadin, please consult with your doctor monitoring your Coumadin medication. | • DO NOT take medications with iron, including multivitamins.\u003Cbr>• DO NOT take pills with oils such as Fish Oil, Vitamin E, or Castor Oil.\u003Cbr>• It is OK to take baby aspirin (aspirin 81 mg) . |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| ***3 days before NO fruits with skins, NO raw vegetables, NO nuts or seeds, NO corn or popcorn, and NO bulk gents such as Metamucil or Citrucel. |  |  |\n| 1 day before your procedure Date:   |  |  |\n| During the day\u003Cbr>| • When you wake up, start drinking ONLY CLEAR LIQUIDS ALL DAY. NO RED LIQUIDS.\u003Cbr>• Drink 8 ounces of clear liquid for every hour that you are awake. | • DO NOT eat any food.\u003Cbr>• Clear liquid only, see list of clear liquids examples.\u003Cbr>• DO NOT drink ALCOHOL. |\n\n\n| 4 p.m.\u003Cbr>| • Take three Dulcolax (Bisacodyl) 5 mg tablets, each with at least one full glass (8 fl. oz. ) of clear liquid. | • Dulcolax (Bisacodyl) usually works within 8 hours. DO NOT worry if nothing happens from this medication before you start to drink the preparation solution. |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| 5 p.m.\u003Cbr>| • Drink 1st bottle of Magnesium Citrate (10oz) . No need to mix with anything. | • Stay near a bathroom after drinking the bottle.\u003Cbr>• You may not see results after the 1st bottle. |\n| 5-10 p.m.\u003Cbr>| • Drink one large glass of Gatorade every hour.\u003Cbr>• Be sure to finish 2 large bottles of Gatorade (2 quarts) .\u003Cbr>• Drink other clear liquids during this time. | • If you feel bloated, slow down on drinking the Gatorade and other liquids. |\n| At bedtime | • Continue to only drink clear liquids until bedtime. | • You may need to use the bathroom during\u003Cbr>the night. |\n\n\n| Day of your Procedure Date:   |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| In the morning 4 hours before appointment\u003Cbr>| • Drink the 2nd bottle of Magnesium Citrate and one large 12 oz glass of","cbCairGbvXdgCQKK","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCairGbvXdgCQKK","pdf",336325,"English","# Instructions for the bowel prep solution\n## What to obtain from the pharmacy or store\n## Who should not take the preparation\n## Special instructions for diabetes or blood thinners\n## Clear liquid diet rules and examples\n## Medication and diet timeline\n## Stool color readiness check\n## After the procedure","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the bowel prep solution for a colonoscopy?\",\"answer\":\"It cleans out the colon so the doctor can inspect the inner lining for abnormalities. Following the instructions for the bowel prep solution is the most important step before the procedure.\"},{\"question\":\"What clear liquids are allowed, and what should be avoided?\",\"answer\":\"Allowed liquids are those you can see through, such as water, tea or coffee without milk, clear broth, and non-red sports drinks like Gatorade. Avoid red or purple clear liquids and any non-clear foods during the clear-liquid period.\"},{\"question\":\"When do the magnesium citrate doses and Dulcolax doses need to be taken?\",\"answer\":\"Three Dulcolax 5 mg tablets are taken around 4 p.m. the day before. The first magnesium citrate bottle is taken at 5 p.m., followed by Gatorade through the evening, and the second magnesium citrate bottle is taken in the morning about 4 hours before the appointment, with no intake within 3 hours of the procedure.\"}]","2-Dose Magnesium Citrate - Colonoscopy Bowel Prep Solution Instructions | PDF",1790514390]