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Bowel preps have been shown to decrease complications during and after surgery. It helps reduce the amount of material in the intestines. Thank you for your help in following these instructions.
Directions
Start Prep the Day Before Surgery
- Drink an instant protein drink for breakfast and one for lunch.
- Drink clear liquids anytime for the entire day. Good Hydration is very important because the bowel prep will tend to dehydrate you.
- At 5pm: Clear liquid dinner
- 6pm: Drink 10 ounces of Magnesium Citrate either straight or mixed. You will develop diarrhea. It can happen as quickly as 30 min or up to several hours. Continue with good hydration up until midnight.
Shopping List
- One 10-ounce bottle of Magnesium Citrate. Can be mixed
with another clear liquid beverage, gingerale, sprite, gatorade. It is best cold, over ice and drink with a straw.
- Two instant protein drinks. Examples are EAS, Slim Fast,
Carnation Instant Breakfast mixed with milk or soy milk.
- Lots of clear liquids. Examples are broth, jello, water,
Gatorade, apple and cranberry juice, sodas, tea.
- Suggestions: Straws, Wet wipes (Huggies) or Puff Plus w/lotion, A&D ointment is helpful for soreness after wiping
Please remember nothing to eat or drink (including water) after midnight the night before surgery unless otherwise directed by the doctor.
Feel free to contact our office at 303-744-3477 if you have any questions or concerns.
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