Question about c'scopy prep - Cancer: Colon Message Board

anniefannie · 09-29-2004, 08:20 PM

I am scheduled for scope Friday and will prep tomorrow. With the new prep routine I'm not sure what to expect because last time I had this done I had to drink a gallon of yukky stuff. This time I have to take a bottle of phospho soda and 4 Ducolax tabs. Instructions say to take half bottle at a time and then the tabs at 11:00 PM. Will taking the tabs at 11pm have me up all night in the bathroom? Why would they have you take it so late? Could I just start the routine earlier in the day?
Annie

goody2shuz · 09-29-2004, 10:28 PM

Annie...I recall taking the phosphosoda in two divided doses about 4 hours apart. Don't recall the ducolax tabs, though. I'd suggest calling your doctor & asking him. One thing that's extremely important is to keep drinking fluids until the very last minute. You really need to be hydrated. Good luck & I will keep yu in my prayers....Goody

positive4u · 09-29-2004, 10:43 PM

I agree with goodie-keep yourself hydrated. Just had a c'scopy today. Had to take 1 phosphosoda (45ml) over 30 minutes at 4pm & a 2nd bottle over 30 minutes at 9pm last night. Got to sleep about 1am after everything "came out". Could only have fluid diet from 4 to midnight then nothing by mouth after midnight. The c'scopy turned out OK. Amen!!
positive4U

Nassau one · 09-30-2004, 05:47 AM

It is important to follow instructions to the letter. The colon and rectum must be completely clean or the procedure cannot be done effectively. My husband was up several times in the night but that is a small inconvenience compared to getting good news after a colonoscopy. If you do need information, do contact the doctor.

anniefannie · 09-30-2004, 07:56 AM

Thanks everyone. I will follow instructions to the letter.
Positive4U - so glad to hear the good news about your results!

Annie