| Purchase two (2) three ounce bottles of Fleet
Phospho-soda (ginger-lemon flavor or regular) at the pharmacy. Please
obtain this laxative several days before you need to start your prep.
Some pharmacies may have to order this prep for you.
Day before the examination:
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Have a normal breakfast and lunch. Drink clear liquids for dinner
only (no red Jell-O).
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At 7:00 PM add three (3) ounces Fleet Phospho-soda to one (1) 8 ounce glass
of water or clear fruit juice (apple, grape or cranberry) and drink slowly
over a one hour period. Because of the salty taste and substance
of the Phospho-soda, you may have a tendency to be nauseous and/or vomit.
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Drink at least three (3) 8 ounce portions of clear liquids before retiring
for the evening, more if desired.
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If you are unable to complete the prep before you retire for the evening
or if the return is not clear, please call Dr. Hasan (338-8182) or the
answering service (858-6915) for further instructions.
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If you are Diabetic and on insulin, check with the doctor for special dietary
and insulin instructions.
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Clear liquids allowed are: water, clear fruit juices (apple, grape,
cranberry), bouillon, plain Jell-O. No solid foods, milk or milk
products are allowed. No red Jell-O allowed. No corn for 3
days prior to the exam.
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If you take a blood thinner, coumadin or aspirin, DO NOT take it
for 5 days prior to your procedure.
Day of the examination:
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At 6:00 AM (or approximately three (3) hours before you leave for your
appointment) add 1 1/2 ounces (3 Tablespoons) Fleet Phospho-soda to 8 ounces
of water or clear fruit juice.
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Drink only clear liquids prior to your exam.
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Appear for your examination at specified time with a responsible person
to drive you home. You will not be able to drive after the procedure.
Please bring any x-rays with you, if requested.
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