Preps
& Instructions

Preps & Instructions

Colonoscopy Preps

Once your colonoscopy procedure is scheduled, your provider will give you specific preparation instructions (preps) on how to prepare for your procedure. These instructions must be followed exactly. Doing so helps ensure a successful examination with accurate results.

In case you’re taking prescribed medicines—especially diabetic and weight loss medications like Ozempic® or Wegovy®—review our special medication instructions carefully. Notice highlighted sections with diabetic preps instructions. Medication details are located on each preps page —by simply tapping prep buttons below.

Read our latest blog post about weight loss medications and its potential effect on surgery.

Questions about colonoscopy billing?

Explore our colonoscopy billing page.

Failure to follow the prep instructions could result in needing to reschedule your procedure – it is important that you follow the detailed preparation instructions for your upcoming procedure!

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Colonoscopy Preps

Extended Colonoscopy Preps

If your provider ordered an Extended Prep, please click the corresponding link below. These preps must be ordered by your physician and are generally prescribed for patients that have three or fewer bowel movements a week, or they are on narcotics, opioids, or laxatives:

Upper Endoscopy & Additional Preps

If your provider ordered an Upper Endoscopy, ERCP (Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography), Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, or an Upper or Lower EUS, please click the following preps below:

Office Procedure Instructions

Your provider will provide you with specific instructions on how to prepare for your procedure. These instructions must be followed exactly to ensure a successful examination with accurate results: