GI-related cancer does not run in my family as far as I have been told but folks have been remarking that I have been losing weight and my belt holes have been moving back when it should be the opposite and so I am concerned and hoping not too late. I only get 5 minute warnings that cannot be ignored or out come the emergency change of clothes. I found it worked within 30 minutes but then again, I have IBSD so I live with diarrhoea every day so Im used to it. They are lifesaving. Suprep Bowel Prep Kit is a split dose (2-day) regimen. 1. of . 0 a.m. After my first sip, all my anxiety was gone. The taste was ok. A little salty but also a little sweet. Our Path to a Cure report is our plan for the future. It wasn't great but wasn't horrible either. This time I'm almost certain i threw up blood. They classified it as a level 3 for scheduling, what does that mean? This page was a lifesaver. Then, I had ginger ale ready for the follow up chaser of glass one 16 oz. 7) have best juices and clear ices or poops to reward yourself when fasting. The SuPrep I took last time, not very diligently, did not work. Emotionally and mentally, so I am guilty I gave in and had 2 small bites of a Reeses peanut butter cup around 4:15 pm. Good luck to all. I have a colonoscopy scheduled for Jan 11 and I am scared and angry about it. Then, the clear liquid diet begins. We are so sorry to hear about your family history and how many people were diagnosed. But it was no big deal again, nothing as violent like norovirus was. I just keep having flashbacks of the 6 week hospital stay and 9 operations I went through the end of last year! Here's my advice. They said that the treatment worked and I was clear, but the radiation fried my bowel. I find that if a take some of the prep then suck on a Lemon right after dont get the seeds .It helps me so much ! My friend had a routine Colonoscopy and they found cancer at the very end of her colon and that it would have been too late by the time her symptoms showed up. I will be better prepared this time. Yes. Thank you!! You may drink water or other clear liquids up until 2 hours before the time of the test if your doctor says it is okay. It has been one hour since taking the dose. It tasted like watered down Gatorade. The best half hour of sleep ever. This laxative is meant for adults and children over the age of 12. Getting ready for a colonoscopy can occupy an entire day of dietary restrictions, powerful laxatives, and diarrhea. There isnt a point to this story, its just the ramblings of a nervous 42 year old who really doesnt want to go thru this but knows what could be if he doesnt. Its a great taste. Male, 50 just got home from my first colonoscopy. May everyone have it as easy as I did. Molly, We commend you on getting a colonoscopy. You time them out 2 minutes apart. Yes, regular Gatorade, Gatorade G2, Powerade, or Powerade Zero are acceptable liquids to mix with Suprep. NEVER has the prep caused me to lose all control, feel nauseous, and be up all night. Hi, I came here looking for tips. If polyps were removed, that is even more reason to have future colonoscopies since that means you caught them before they became cancer. SUTAB includes 24 tablets that must be taken before the colonoscopy. Heres to a happy, clean colon. What is the difference between Clenpiq and Prepopik. Two days away from my first colonoscopy. The nurse acted like I was an idiot when I told her that I dont drink juice, soda or koolaid and I needed a better solution. To get to the colon, the colonoscope is inserted through the rectum. The actual flush wasnt really that pressing and after 4 or 5 visits to the library, the process is mostly over. Took half of the dosage in the morning because I am a smaller person and things were looking clear, worked grea, Yeah, this is some nasty-tasting stuff. Your prep will be much easier if you adjust your diet and watch what you eat a few days before you start the prep. The bottom line (no pun intended) is this: He told me to tell my sons (41 and 23) that now theyre high risk and to get their first scope at 40! My procedure was fine, I came home and slept like a log, and now I feel like Rip Van Winkle and Im ready for some dinner. I had my first colonoscopy ever this past week. I plan to take the remaining 3 servings of 8oz Miralax solution late in the evening since my appointment is 9:00am but requested to be there by 7:30am. Your email address will not be published. Been out for about four years and is generally reviewed up against Plenvu and Moviprep. The road to remission was not easy. And sat on the can they entire time watching a movie on my phone. Thank you for sharing and letting people know that prep is not the worst thing: A colorectal cancer diagnosis is the worst thing. Did my 4th colonoscopy today, and this was the 1st time I had to do a split prep. And we disagree that colonoscopies are treated as go to. We know so many people who were not given the option of a colonoscopy because they were too young. By the time they were able to get a colonoscopy, they were diagnosed at a late stage. Wish me luck on my way to emergency room now. I hope I never really need it again. The worst part is the taste. I was given the usual instructions for split-dose bowel prep: 1) Clear liquids only the entire day prior to the procedure; 2) Take the first dose of prep at 5 PM and the second dose of prep 5 hours before the procedure start time; 3) Nothing to eat or drink after the second dose of prep. Colonoscopy revealed all good - not even a polyp, and this was after a positive Cologuard test (but that's another story. Used apple juice as a chaser with each sip. Sulfates have a bitter taste, hence the development of PEG bowel cleansing products without sulfate such as Nulytely or Trilyte. I drank 2 cups in 40 mins and I had horrible nausea. Good luck. I dont have a problem drinking all the water, so Im just trying to flush with that until I go to bed. I am prepping now with a similar procedure & scheduled for one in the late A.M. tomorrow. There are so many donts I cant make sense of any of it. Im not in great shape right onw, either physically nor emotionally, and there would be no one to attend to me, or help me keep my perspective, either before or after ANY procedure. If you take washed ginger root, grate an inch or two of it into a pot of water, bring it to a boil, and then strain it through cloth to take all the solids out, it makes a ginger tea you can use it to help relieve nausea. I knew if I wasnt clean they couldnt do the procedure so I didnt do 2nd dose and called to cancel. As long as I was drinking I didnt feel much hunger. Question: From reading about all the different ways to prep, it seems like overkill to do both the magnesium citrate AND the Prepopik? I am to start my prep on Thursday at 6:00 PM. I have an auto immune disease that wipes me with these types of procedures. DO NOT STRAY far from the toilet. . Its a dual dose solution that you drink the night before and the morning of your colonoscopy (timing of the dose depends if your scheduled for morning of afternoon). Will try to follow-up after the procedure. One hour later, drink 2 cups of water. I would NOT recommend this and advise strongly against it. Practice self-care and be proud of yourself you got screened! Mor. I tried my first dose of Suprep with water. Once you get it down, the prep starts working pretty quickly. Purchase Suprep Kit (prescription) at your pharmacy. I attempted a colonoscopy several years ago that was unsuccessful due to not properly prepping several days before. Screening colonoscopy is key to preventing colon cancer, and preparing for the procedure is easier than ever. Im pretty scared, especially for my husband of 52 years and myself. Sick as a dog, up all night. I mixed it with smart water then drank 32oz of liquids over the next 2 hrs. (2.1, 2.3, 2.4) Recommended SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit dosage is: o. Prepared ice water #2 and went directly to the bathroom for another colon blow. But getting it done is so important. Try taking a handful of antibiotic before a twice yearly dental exam. The last 12 colonoscopies have been with the same doctor. Plus, get a FREE copy of the Best Diets for Cognitive Fitness. While you are on a liquid diet you can add your prep to any of these treats. A friend had made me some chicken broth for my real food for the day. Hope this helps someone. We are hoping everything goes well. (Remember to avoid any liquids with red, orange, and purple dyes as these may look like traces of blood during the colonoscopy and can interfere with getting accurate results.). IBS cannot be cured, but the good news is it can be managed to minimize the effect on your overall health and quality of life. New split-dose preps. How do you take Plenvu for colonoscopy preparation? Also did learn that I could have asked for the prep where you only drink like 2-12oz bottles of a different prep and then sub in your own drinks in between. Ha! Also 10 mins after the first sip I went to the bathroom right away. Were glad you found a GI doc youre comfortable with, there are many teams working to provide outstanding care to their patients. The diet is only for one day of your life! Have a colostomy bag after rectal cancer. The next day wasnt nearly as bad but def was back and forth to the toilet a lot. 238 Gram bottle of Miralax (14 day supply). This made my colonoscopy a horrific experience which could have been avoided with better preparation. Thank goodness I had it done Pre Covid. During the procedure, I was asleep, except for a few seconds of gas pains, then I went back to sleep again. If your procedure is scheduled between 7am and 11am ONLY you will take the second prep dose at 10pm the night before. Throughout the entire prep period: Drink lots of fluids. This is new to me. YOU WILL NEED THE FOLLOWING: The current data are limited to MSS (microsatellite-stable) and stage IV CRC patients. Hot chicken broth, jello It was easy, no ill effects. Having my hopefully last procedure on Friday. I of my daughter s had 80 polyps in her colon at the age of 16. I ate one and was about to eat the second before it dawned they have seeds in it. Good Luck everyone.Read More Read Less. The solution must be completely finished four hours prior to arrival to facility. Just in and out over a few hours and then it was done. These items are all sold over the counter. Im very drug sensitive too and have CFS/ME/FIBRO and Chronic Lyme. Its so sad that that was one reason I put off having a colonoscopy. So i took 4 litres, 2 the night before and 2 the morning of the procedure. Im very thankful for all those who have shared tips. Just wondering how it all went for you last year, Jody. 8 dulcolax, 8.3 oz miralax and 2 6oz suprep. They would be best equipped to answer your question as to what to expect. Where I laid with a fan blowing on my wet face and managed to fall asleep. Now my mom has to get screened every two years to check for a possible growth, and I know I will have to in the future as well. 3pm took 4 Bisocodyl tablets followed by 1 Litre of watered down Gatorade and then beef broth It is also not that minor a procedure. Doesnt that sound reasonable? They made me this time have two days of no solid food just clear liquids. Took half of the dosage in the morning because I am a smaller person and things were looking clear, worked great! Not the case, I was able to sleep around 1:50am, it was tough. Ha ha My first colonoscopy is tomorrow morning at 8am. I followed all instructions. After the nurse administered medication to my IV things got fuzzy.I dont remember pain, severe discomfort or much of anything until waking up in recovery. I would recommend getting a plain flavour instead of lemon. Wish I would have read the material a week ago. Great to hear you had such a positive experience and the tips for how you got ready days before. I finished it in 10 minutes. Official answer. Spit it out of course. Suprep is a cruel form of torture--by morning I was furious. Any suggestions or thoughts? Woke up in recovery, doctor gave me a printout with discharge instructions and pictures of the polyps they found/removed. We cannot give healthcare advice. Once it subsided I waited a bit longer to make certain, cleaned up and went to bed. In case anyone wants the followup: my first dose of Suprep took 2 hours to begin working and lasted on and off for one hour. You can have ice pops. Continuous diarrhea every 15 . Almost passed out. of solution in half each time so I could convince myself I could do it. Id rather have a root canal. ((Gentle hugs)). I was told to take 8 Dulcolax after 2 hours and my second dose at 4 hours. At the 2nd appt, he could only remove one and had to leave the 2nd for later as it was too close to the first. The procedures at 1pm so I imagine that will be my last drink. She did not. 1st time for colonoscopy (51 years old) tomorrow (6/29). Drank the next 64 oz by 7:30. I have an upcoming colonoscopy. At 4:00 pm, Take 4 DULCOLAX tablets by mouth. I am a 61 yr old female. Informally, I have asked my colleagues, and together weve determined that you do not have to put your prep drink in the fridge. Dont expect one iota of sympathy from doctors, because honestly: THEY DO NOT CARE. I did a leading dose of bisacodyl at 3:00 pm, the day before the procedure. A precaution I must take because of my having had hip replacement a couple of years ago. I also used sugar free Gatorade and did the 15 minute intervals. I just realized on the day before I woiuld need to avoid any solid foods and to stick with a clear liquid diet. Host an Event. My brain didnt track I had to go to the bathroom and 3 times the cleanup wasnt pleasant. The ice does help but because it is cold, you may have some cramping a bit, but not to bad though. first dose of SUPREP . I really appreciate the piece of mind, and want to encourage folks that it will be fine. it has been 12 years and I did the colorguard test which came back with positive results, of course this has me scared to death now. It may help to keep in mind that colonoscopy can save your life. Thanks for the support!!! IBS is a gastrointestinal disorder in which your gut becomes more sensitive and the muscles of your digestive system have abnormal contractions that affect your bowel movements. You also want to have other fluid based substances ready too, since it helps to stay hydrated. I have an hours ride to the Endoscopy center, and am worried about finishing a prep in the morning without incident. It taste nasty. Once the storm began it went on for hours. Instead, consume only clear liquids like clear broth or bouillon, black coffee or tea, clear juice (apple, white grape), clear soft drinks or sports drinks, Jell-O, popsicles,etc. You will need to mix your Miralax powder with your Gatorade or Powerade. My first colonoscopy prep was recommended to me by a very nice lady I met on an IBS friends board on the internet. "The more time that elapses after you take the prep, the more likely you are to have fluid in your colon," Dr. Cheney explains. The Best Diets for Cognitive Fitness, is yours absolutely FREE when you sign up to receive Health Alerts from Harvard Medical School. Better cleaning will lead to better results. Then after that you drink 16oz of water. Good luck! But the Lemon ???? Read the reviews and was completely freaked out. This involved taking 12 pills in the late afternoon with water. My doc has me take 3 Dulcalax pills 2 evenings before test. You have options. Is the second dose of suprep necessary? If youve ever drank Ural for a UTI thats kind of what it tastes like. If you start to feel nauseous take a break of around half an hour in between sips. Mine tasted like grape and was not bad at all. Seriously Diarrhea Yes, but not out of the ordinary. All in all, the prep was tiring but the colonoscopy and endoscopy has to be done. I will say, though, it served its purpose. Due to the carbonation in the Sprite, I could not drink it fast and it tasted terrible! Some colonoscopy preps are taken in one evening, others may be a split-dose and taken between an evening and the following morning. I was doing ginger ale shots after every swallow of Suprep and it really made it much easier. I just finished my prep for my procedure in the morning. helping of the total 16 oz. Then hardly anything at all. I put ice in it but after two glasses, there was no way I could down anymore. On the side, just been drinking Gatorade lemon-lime and water. Remember to avoid any liquids with red, orange, and purple dyes as these may look like traces of blood during the colonoscopy and can interfere with getting accurate results. Dr. asked if I ever had a colonoscopy. Polyp growth on almost every one of them. ning dose went down easier. 1st dose as expected. What is the best liquid to mix with Suprep? The prep went better than I expected and I want to share my approach in case its helpful to anyone. Definitely worth the inconvenience to take care of your self. I just finished bowel prep and the worst part for me was the taste of the drink. Glad you were able to successfully complete your colonoscopy. It was FOUL. Its important that the water reaches the far end of the large intestine and that requires a large volume. Its sorta light salty lemonade with a slight fizz. The last time I had the 4 liter jug and started vomiting just part way in. I hope this helps someone. Thank you so much for sharing your experience, Sarah. I changed my mind when a slightly older sibling was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer about 6 months ago. I have an appointment Tuesday, and this site has been helpful in finding out what to expect. It was dealt with successfully and I am convinced its better to go to the trouble and find nothing than do nothing and regret it later. Mostly, I just drank a bunch of water. Great job getting screening following positive noninvasive testing! Your doctors office will follow-up with next steps and when your next colonoscopy should be scheduled. You can do it! 4) For me mixing the Miralax with flat ginger ale worked best, as ginger is stomach-soothing. In the end I ended up pinching my nose taking big gulps and having a chaser of apple juice. Thank you so very much for sharing. Forget my mistakes but, I hope you can see that my dog was involved instead it was my doc and the baby reference in the beginning was supposed to be my I think. To the point where I would stand up thinking it was over and have to sit back down. Should be near the beginning of this thread. When it was time to start the fun part of the preparation, I took two Dulcolax at the prescribed time and waited. I am having my test today at noon. second dose of SUPREP 4-6 hours prior to arrival time. I stocked up on low sodium chicken broth, jello, white grape juice, bottled water Gatorade etc My doctor removed a polyp and found diverticulosis, so I'm really glad I had it done. Both daughters are doing awesome now . Suprep did not. This tasted much better, which is not saying much, because it was still bad tasting. It was not all liquid. Sign up now and get a FREE copy of theBest Diets for Cognitive Fitness. I was awake by 9am feeling fine, just light headed. I picked up the sugar free Gatorade 2 Glacier Cherry flavor. I had the split dose, made it through the first dose of they told me it tasted like mango but it really tasted like satans butt dose and never produced any cleaning. Add cool water to the 16 oz. I'm able to go to bed at a reasonable hour without any urgency to run to the toilet. Use is contraindicated in the following conditions: gastrointestinal (GI) obstruction or ileus, bowel perforation . Not only does it cause nausea and acid reflux, vomiting and pure miserybut AFTER the procedure (which is painless and most folks are asleep anyhow), you can have up to 5 days of miserable cramping, stomach aches, acid reflux and so on. The taste of it was fine. Thank you for your comment and honesty. a day prior to the procedure and the second dose was given in the morning on the day of the . Your doctor may prescribe a different regimen if you have any of the following: Constipation. Polyps were found. Weve asked colorectal cancer survivors and caregivers who undergo colonoscopy prep often for their expert tips on surviving prep night. Post colonoscopy report states suboptimal prep, and they want me to do it again in a year. The comment section was very helpful to me for my prep. My first colonoscopy ended up having to be done 3 times because the preparations would not cleanse me completely. Hi Haley: Awesome job of advocating for yourself and handling your prep like a pro and sharing your tips! Hope everything turned out OK. Is there any recipes for meals for the 3rd and 2nd day prior to the procedure? Heres what they said: Eating smaller portions and low-fiber foods a few days before you plan to do colonoscopy prep can help the evening go smoothly. 2023 by The President and Fellows of Harvard College, Do not sell my personal information | Privacy Policy. If you go to REI and buy the water bottle for outdoor survival it has the multi filters to filter anything out of bad water Or as I like to show you can put coke or Pepsi in it and it comes out clear!!! Some days I take Imodium as if they were Tic Tacs. The exact instructions depend on the bowel prep used and the time of your colonoscopy. Hope this helps. . Your Satans butt comment is really funny and relatable! YES, put it over ice! Ill have to tell my first son to get it done. You must split it up into two doses of 12 tablets each. I had popsicles and flavored ice cups like Italian Ices. Now that Im 45 Im getting the have to ones now. Are there any other flavors I can use with the liquid prep? Came out fuzzy but no pain or nausea. If you do feel like laying down be sure to put a water resistant pad on your sheet before you do. Two days before your exam, you'll . I would bite into a piece after each drink and it took away any bad taste in my mouth from the prep drink. To Danielle Burgess the alternative tests you suggest would not replace a visual examination. Around 45 min later I had to use the restroom. Maybe my memory erased the previous times. Super thirsty but they said no liquid no nothing after the prep on colonoscopy day. The quantity bothered me more than the taste. Drugs.com provides accurate and independent information on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines and natural products. The evening before colonoscopy: dilute one bottle with water to a total volume of 16 ounces (up to the fill line) and drink the entire amount. I wanted to comment because when the experts say that younger and younger people are getting in colon trouble, believe it; Im 31 y/o and had to have a large polyp removed in February. Split your SUPREP into a nightly and morning dose. If you can mix the awful tasting, expensive colon cleasne drink with gatorade why wouldnt a dr. office tell you? Then a shower and I went to the clinic feeling pretty good. Can I drink gatorade after? Many patients leave a colonoscopy and go for a delicious and filling meal and a long nap. I couldnt stand up. I had a sudden change in my bowel habits and needed to have a colonoscopy. It takes about a half hour for the trip from home to the clinic and I had no surprises along the way. Saturday I ate light. I am 30 this is my second colonoscopy and endoscopy. Some find drinking it cold and through a straw helpful, and others mix it with a sports drink or powdered drinks mix. Life happens and sometimes you have to just deal with it. Sorry Sam we are just now seeing your comment but hope that all was clear on your colonoscopy! But, even if you start to run clear, meaning your stools have turned liquid and are lighter in color, its important to finish the entire colonoscopy prep process.Many bowel prep products include several drinks or pills to take - make sure to take them all for a total cleanout and effective scope. I started off wearing Depends, but ran out and then soiled and will be throwing away four pairs of underpants. Help! I mixed 8oz miralax powder into 1/2 gallon water. Shop our online store to raise awareness everywhere you go! Bottom line, I was afraid and waited. Worst colonoscopy prep Ive ever had. of water DO NOT follow instructions on the SuPrep box. Thank you for taking time to comment. You change into a hospital gown, and an IV line is added. A ginger beer chaser is definitely helping, but I cant believe Im missing the Gatorade/Miralax prep. From t-shirts and fanny packs to patient education resources, we have a little bit of everything. Its even worse because colon cancer usually shows no symptoms until its too late. I am a 41 year old female and this was my first colonoscopy and endoscopy. I would gladly go without food for several days and only have to take a few pills with plain water in larger amounts than to drink this stuff. Anyone else out there with tips? Now me and my two daughters have to get our colon checked often. This causes watery bowel movements. I had no problem with it, and I actually felt good after the liquid fast. Hubby took me to breakfast, got home and took a nice nap. It is not safe for those with renal issues and can mess up your electrolytes. Thank you again for sharing your experience. I write this now as I was searching for something somewhere to tell me that it wouldnt be the end of the world that I wasnt able to choke that last little bit down. So dont give up! Drank it exactly as instructed, mixed with cool water and sipped from a straw. I was on a clear liquid diet though from Friday night at 5pm until Monday morning when I am scheduled to have the procedure. I also used a big straw and put it as far as possible without choking on it. Although there are usually 10-12 hours between the 1st and 2nd dose of Suprep, bowel movements can happen pretty quickly after taking the first dose of the drug. But hes in big pain and he has thrown up. The recommended Split-Dose (two-day) regimen for adults consists of two 6-ounce doses of SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit: the first dose during the evening prior to colonoscopy and the second dose the next day, during the morning of the colonoscopy. The actual medical procedure was seamless. Pre-cancerous, but no cancer. Also how long before your colonoscopy do you have to be finished drinking? We comply with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information. Im having my first one tomorrow. $$$$$. Best wishes for clear results, and please stop back and let us know how you did! Seriously! I checked in for my appointment at 7am and went under at 8am. I waited to 58. I also realized the more you try to do around the house, the more calories you burn and the hungrier you will be, so yesterday I read, watched TV and napped before the prep started. My appointment started at 5:30 the next morning. I followed the Suprep kits instructions except I used 10 oz. I just lost my brother recently to stage 4 colon cancer that spread to his liver and pancreas. It is dreadful. Then I do the rest of the prep, using large volume saline enemas (NOT the fleet enemas). Hi Lisa, So glad to hear that your strategy worked and the prep was manageable! They no liquid intake after midnight for a 9:00 AM arrival time. I was suppose to take my Suprep at 5:00pm then 10:00pm. It wasnt unbearable and I didnt mess with a straw. Your prep will be much easier if you adjust your diet and watch what you eat a few days before you start the prep. I'm scared. Actually tasted really good, even with the Miralax in it. I thought this prep was the worst. Then it was completely clear like water. Also, mention your teeth sensitivity to cold, so they can help you choose a prep that works for you. I otherwise followed the dietary restrictions. Some bloating from the air they pump in, but when i got home I spent 15 minutes on my side and passed a lot of gas. You would think someone would have made it on strawberry or blueberry flavors. She did not. Second dose. Tomorrow (8/10/2020) I will be having both upper and lower GI checked out. Because of your brothers passing, you are right that you need a colonoscopy. I got a little full by the end but not bad. Colonoscopy got scheduled for two weeks out. I had chemo and radiation for anal cancer 8 years ago. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. NEVER AGAIN! Suprep is not that bad at all! It was cancer. I had several accidents, got no sleep at all, at one point my husband had to come in with rubber gloves and bleach and clean up our bathroom. Suprep is a cruel form of torture--by morning I was furious. Hi Lois, Thanks for your comment. Got to hospital, twilight sedation dont remember a thing. I did not experience any nausea although I am a bit jittery from my body having all its nutrients removed. Today however the result was completely 100% liquid and bright yellow green like Gatorade. Did you complete all steps of the prep? The instructions say to start at 6pm (should end the first solution by 7:30pm). Thank you for your comments. Anyone out there go through a similar situation for prep? Now that youve had a colonoscopy, if you dont have risk factors, perhaps in the future you can speak with your healthcare professional about an at-home colon cancer test option.