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MEDICATION GUIDELINES are included in this document.  \n• If you are on diabetic medications, such as metformin or insulin, please contact your prescribing physician to discuss modifying doses during the clear liquid diet.  \n• Colonoscopy prep will likely require the purchase of food/drinks allowed on the low fiber and clear liquid diet. Information on these diets is included with this document. A shopping list including optional items is below.  \n• You will be sedated for this procedure. You will need to arrange for an adult friend or family member  \n(18yrs+) to drive you home. Ride share services (Uber, Lyft, etc.) are not acceptable transportation after your procedure.  \nTHE PREP.  \n• DO NOT EAT ANY solid food the day before your procedure. Eating solid foods the day before your colonoscopy will require us to reschedule your procedure. Refer to the CLEAR LIQUID DIET section in this document.  \n• Be sure to have access to a restroom. Individual response time to prep may vary. You may have loose stools.  \n• You may be uncomfortable/bloated and feel chilled until you start having bowel movements (within 2- 4hrs) . Drinking warm, clear liquids, such as tea, warm apple juice or hot water can help.  \n• Alcohol-free baby wipes may ease skin irritation. Use over-the-counter hemorrhoid pads if necessary.  \n• Nausea with vomiting can occur during the [prep. Visit](prep. Visit Frequently Asked Questions at www.kc-gi.com)[ Frequently Asked Questions](prep. Visit Frequently Asked Questions at www.kc-gi.com)[ at](prep. Visit Frequently Asked Questions at www.kc-gi.com)[ ](prep. Visit Frequently Asked Questions at www.kc-gi.com)[www.kc-gi.com](prep. Visit Frequently Asked Questions at www.kc-gi.com)[ ](prep. Visit Frequently Asked Questions at www.kc-gi.com)for further recommendations  \nTHE PROCEDURE.  \n• Arrive to the facility as instructed, at least 60 minutes prior to the procedure  \n• Bring the following to your appointment:  \no List of all current medications (including all over-the-counter medications/supplements)  \no Photo ID and up-to-date medical insurance card(s)  \n• Leave all valuables at home or with your driver (jewelry, smart watches, cell phones , etc.)  \n• You must have a friend/family member (18yrs+) to drive you home after your procedure.  \nAFTER THE PROCEDURE.  \nYou will be sedated for this procedure. Due to the sedation, you may experience sleepiness, dizziness, forgetfulness, or light-headedness. Your judgement and reflexes may be impaired. These are normal reactions to the medication that can last for the remainder of the day.  \nFOR THE REMAINDER OF YOUR PROCEDURE DAY.  \n• DO NOT drive a vehicle or operate complex machinery  \n• DO NOT perform any strenuous activity  \n• DO NOT drink alcohol  \n• DO NOT make any legal decisions  \n• Additional information will be included with your discharge instructions.  \nSHOPPING LIST  \n• Bowel preparation from your pharmacy  \n• Allowed food for low fiber/low residue diet  \n• Allowed beverages for clear liquid diet  \n􀁹 Alcohol-free baby wipes or flushable wipes  \n􀁹 Hemorrhoidal pads  \nLOW FIBER / LOW RESIDUE DIET  \nEating only low-fiber foods for at least three days before your colonoscopy makes your bowel prep easier by limiting the amount of undigested food that has to pass through your digestive system.  \nFiber is the part of foods such as fruits, vegetables and grains that is not digested. If it remains in your bowel it can mask areas that your doctor needs to see. Follow these general guidelines for at least three days prior to your colonoscopy:  \n• Avoid ALL nuts, seeds, dried fruits, dried beans and peas.  \n• Avoid whole grains and cereals.  \n• Choose cooked or canned fruits and vegetables over fresh ones.  \n• Choose white bread, white rice and products made with refined flour.  \n• ","cbCainnW5bnAbv9L","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainnW5bnAbv9L","pdf",134031,"English","# What to Expect\n## Before the Procedure\n## The Prep\n## The Procedure\n## After the Procedure\n## For the Remainder of Your Procedure Day\n## Shopping List\n## Low Fiber / Low Residue Diet\n## Clear Liquid Diet","[{\"question\":\"What should I do if I take blood thinners or diabetic medications before colonoscopy?\",\"answer\":\"Contact your prescribing physician before discontinuing blood thinners. 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