Which laxative should be used prior to colonoscopy?

At 6 p.m., take 3 tablets of Dulcolax® laxative pill with water by mouth. At 8 p.m. the evening before your colonoscopy start drinking the Gatorade®/MiraLAX® solution. Drink one 8-ounce glass every 10 minutes until completed. You can continue to drink clear liquids until midnight.

How much Milk of Magnesia should I take before a colonoscopy?

Take 3 ½ tablespoons (45mL) of Milk of Magnesia anytime after 6 PM. 1 Day before your procedure: 1. Continue the recommended clear liquid diet.

How do you take colon cleanse with Milk of Magnesia?

After breakfast OR at 10am: take 2 DULCOLAX tablets AND 4 tablespoons of MILK OF MAGNESIA. From 10am to Noon, drink at least two 8oz glasses of clear liquid.

What is the best way to prepare for a colonoscopy?

To prepare, or “prep,” for a colonoscopy, you have to empty your bowels so the doctor can clearly see the inside of the colon. The day before the colonoscopy, you take a special laxative and drink a large volume (up to 4 liters) of liquids to help you empty your bowels.

What is the best over the counter prep for a colonoscopy?

Available over-the-counter, Fleet Phospho-Soda is an alternative to GoLYTELY -type preparations for bowel cleaning that are commonly associated with a colonoscopy. On the day before the procedure, you can eat as you normally would until noon.

What is the best bowel prep for a colonoscopy?

Typical bowel prep instructions for a colonoscopy include a clear liquid diet the day prior to your colonoscopy or any oral liquid that you can see through. This includes water, apple juice, sports drinks, tea, black coffee, soda, etc.

How long does colonoscopy Prep take to work?

The actual Colonoscopy takes about 30 minutes and you will be in the recovery room for approximately 30 minutes more. However, you should allow two to three hours for the entire process of check-in, procedure, follow-up and discharge. Because of the sedation, you must have someone drive you home after the procedure.