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We would like to make your procedure as pleasant and safe as possible. Please read these frequently asked questions in advance of your procedure and call us at (719) 785-3500 (opt.2) if you have any concerns.  \n1. What clear liquids can I have? (Nothing red or purple)  \nWater (plain, carbonated or flavored)  \nFruit juices without pulp, such as apple or white grape  \nFruit flavored beverages, such as lemon or limeade  \nCarbonated drinks, including dark sodas (cola and root beer)  \nGelatin without added fruit or vegetables  \nTea or coffee without milk or cream  \nSports drinks  \nClear broth, vegetable, beef or chicken  \nIce pops without milk, bits of fruit, seeds or nuts  \n2. Can I have chicken soup?  \nYou can only have the broth. No noodles, chicken or vegetables allowed.  \n3. Can I have apple sauce, yogurt, or pudding?  \nNo, these are not considered clear liquids and should not be consumed during your prep.  \n4. What is the best “clear” liquid to take?  \nGatorade, which comes in many flavors, is an excellent choice as it contains electrolytes such as potassium. Clear boullion or chicken broth are also good choices.  \n5. Can I have alcoholic beverages?  \nNO. Alcohol can cause dehydration and can thin your blood.  \n6. Why avoid red or purple liquids?  \nThe red and purple colors can persist in the colon and potentially look like blood during the exam.  \n7. I accidentally drank something red or purple; can I still have my procedure?  \nYES. Proceed with your prep and let the endoscopy staff know when you check in. You will be able to have your procedure done.  \n8. Some of my pills are red; can I take them?  \nYES. You should take heart, blood pressure and time sensitive medication regardless of color, unless you were previously instructed otherwise.  \n9. What if I forgot to stop my aspirin?  \nPlease notify your physician prior to the procedure. In general, we do not need to reschedule procedures for patients who forget to stop their aspirin.  \n10.What if I forgot to stop my Coumadin or other blood thinning medication?  \nIf you forgot to stop your prescription blood thinner, your procedure will be cancelled and  \nrescheduled.  \n11.Can I take my anxiety/depression medications? I typically take these every morning and cannot miss a dose.  \nYES. You can take your anxiety/depression medications up to 2 hours before coming in for your procedure.  \n12.Can I take my supplements up until the day of the procedure?  \nYES. You may take all supplements up until bedtime the night prior to your procedure; however, iron supplements should be held for two days prior to your procedure.  \n13.I have been instructed not to take anti-inflammatories or blood thinners several days before the procedure. What can I take for headaches and pain relief?  \nYou may take Tylenol as directed.  \n14.Can I proceed with the procedure if I am on antibiotics?  \nYes, in most cases this should not be an issue, although it is important to let your provider know for what condition you are taking the antibiotics. If you are taking antibiotics for diverticulitis, we will need to postpone your colonoscopy until six weeks after your last dose for your safety.  \n15.Do I need a prescription for the laxatives?  \nIt depends on the preparation instructions you were given. SuPrep and Nulytely require a  \nprescription. The Miralax prep is an over the counter medication and does not require a  \nprescription.  \n16.Can I take the prep if I am allergic to Sulfa?  \nYES. You are able to take the prep. Sulfa and Sulfates are not the same. You are OK to take the prep with a Sulfa allergy.  \n17.The pharmacy did not have my prescription. How can I get it?  \nIf it is during our office hours (8:00 am – 4:00 pm), please call our office and a member of our clinical team can send in the prescription(s) to your local pharmacy. 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