How do I prepare for a colonoscopy exam – (colon scope test)?
The standard preparation for colonoscopy begins the morning of the prior day. After having a light breakfast, the rest of the day should consist only of a clear liquid diet. No solid food or milk products. Just tea, Jell-O, clear broth, and water. Most patients will be asked to use the standard lavage solution (GoLytely, Colytely, Nulytely, PEG solution) which you drink the evening prior to your test. Don’t make any plans for that evening. You will be at home in your bathroom most of the time.
The standard preparation for colonoscopy begins the morning of the prior day. After having a light breakfast, the rest of the day should consist only of a clear liquid diet. No solid food or milk products. Just tea, Jell-O, clear broth, and water. Most patients will be asked to use the standard lavage solution (GoLytely, Colytely, Nulytely, PEG solution, or Fleets Phospha Soda) which you drink the day prior to your test. Don’t make any plans for that evening.
