Can I take my other medications?
Yes. Continue your regular medications such as your high blood pressure medications. If you are diabetic, refer to the diabetic supplement sheet.

Can I have lemonade, orange, or grapefruit juice?
No. These juices have pulp that can clog up the fiber optic scope.

Can I have water? 
Yes.

What is Olestra?
A substitute found in many fat-free chips that may leave an oily residue in your colon that can clog up the scope.

Why do I need to stop fish oil?
Fish oil leaves an odorous, oily residue in your colon that can clog up the scope.

The instructions say not to take iron. Can I continue my multi-vitamin?
Yes.

Is Vitamin E OK?
Yes

Why am I getting a whole gallon (of TriLyte) when my friend said (s)he only needed to take a small over–the-counter bottle that seemed to work just fine?
The Fleet’s PhosphoSoda prep may be mildly dehydrating and is not appropriate for everyone, especially elderly patients or those with kidney disease. In addition, this prep does not cleanse the colon thoroughly for those who tend to be more constipated.

I finished the entire prep exactly as instructed but I’m still noticing particles in the toilet and it’s not clear. My procedure is today – is this OK?
Yes. If you finished the prep as instructed, had diarrhea the previous night, and now have only small particles of loose stool, then keep your procedure appointment.

I am experiencing some discomfort on my bottom. Can I use some Vaseline or Baby Wipe type of product? 
Yes. If you are experiencing discomfort from wiping, use a moist Baby Wipe type towelette and apply some Vaseline type petroleum based ointment to help with the discomfort.