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If you feel ill with fever, flu-like symptoms or respiratory illness, please call us to reschedule your appointment. Please Do Not Bring Children Under age 16 to Appointments.

Carefully Follow All Instructions for a Successful Procedure

THIS IS A SEDATED PROCEDURE. A responsible driver must remain in the facility throughout your appointment (~ 2 hours total). NO EXCEPTIONS.

Utah State regulations require patients to have a responsible adult present and able to drive them home after a sedated medical procedure. A taxi, Uber or any other paid driver cannot act as such. Patients arriving without a driver have the choice of rescheduling the procedure for a time when a driver can be present or having their procedure without sedation.

Purchase the Following Products:

  1. Dulcolax Tablets (4 tablets) (bisacodyl laxative)
  2. Miralax powder 8.3 oz bottle (14 servings) (to be mixed in the clear liquid choice below prior to drinking)
  3. Gatorade 64 ozs (NOTHING RED OR PURPLE) ‐ Sugar‐free drinks (G2, PowerAde Zero, Propel or water) are also options

7 DAYS BEFORE YOUR PROCEDURE - FOR PATIENTS TAKING GLP-1 AGONISTS

PATIENTS CURRENTLY TAKING A GLP-1 RECEPTOR AGONIST FOR DIABETES OR WEIGHT LOSS such as Ozempic®, Semaglutide, Mounjaro®, Wegovy®, Rybelsus®, Trulicity®, Victoza® or similar compounded or generic medication, should contact the prescribing physician for instructions to stop the medication at least 7 days prior to your procedure. For your safety, your procedure will be rescheduled if these medications are taken within 7 days of your scheduled appointment.

THE DAY BEFORE YOUR EXAM:

  • Mix the MiraLAX and drink together and refrigerate.
  • STOP all solid foods. NO SOLID FOOD, no dairy, until after your exam.
  • STOP fiber supplements, such as Metamucil.
  • Beginning with a clear liquid breakfast, continue to drink at least 8 glasses (64 oz) of CLEAR liquids throughout the day and evening. Clear liquids include: Water, sports drinks, black coffee, tea, any soda (light or dark), broth, gelatin, popsicles, and juice without pulp. NOTHING RED OR PURPLE.
  • At 4:00pm, take 4 bisacodyl laxative tablets
  • At 5:30pm begin drinking one-half (1/2) of the total MiraLAX/Gatorade solution. Drink an 8 ounce glass every 10-15 minutes, finishing 4 glasses.
  • Continue drinking clear liquids throughout the evening.
  • A soothing ointment (Desitin®, Vaseline®) applied to the anal area may prevent discomfort and skin breakdown.

THE DAY OF YOUR EXAM:

  • 4 hours prior to your appointment, drink the remaining prep at 8 ounces every 10-15 minutes.
  • You may continue drinking clear liquids until 2 hours prior to arrival. NOTHING BY MOUTH for 2 hours before your appointment.
  • Bowel movements should be watery and clear yellow or clear green in color, and you should be able to see the very bottom of the toilet bowl. If you are not passing clear stool or it is still brown 2 hours prior to arrival time, please call our nurses at 801-619-1115 for instructions.

Other Information:

Medications:

  • Take your regularly prescribed medications at least two (2) hours before you arrive. (Except blood thinners or diabetic/weight loss medication as described here).

Diabetics/Weight Loss Patients – Semaglutide, GLP-1 Agonists

  • If you take any of the these medications for diabetes or weight loss, talk to your prescribing doctor for instructions to safely STOP the medication at least 7 days prior to your procedure. 
  • Examples: Ozempic®, Rybelsus®, Mounjaro®, Wegovy®, Trulicity®, Victoza® or similar compounded or generic medication.
  • Monitor your blood sugar levels while off the medication. Adjust insulin accordingly.
  • DO NOT take oral diabetic medication or insulin the morning of your procedure. Bring your insulin with you.
  • Test your blood sugar before coming in for your procedure and bring the reading with you.
  • Please contact the physician that manages your diabetic care if you have any questions regarding your oral medication or insulin dosages.

Blood Thinners:

  • If you are taking blood thinners, call your prescribing physician and ask if you may stop taking the medication for the required amount of time prior to your procedure.
  • You may continue taking aspirin, ibuprofen and other anti‐inflammatory medications.

Bring with You:

  • Your inhaler, if you use one
  • Your insulin, if you use it
  • Photo ID and Insurance Card
  • Leave valuables and phone/devices at home or with your driver
  • List of all medications, vitamins and supplements you are taking (include dosage and last date and time each medication was taken before your arrival)
  • Wear a short-sleeved shirt

Arrive at the Granite Peaks Endoscopy Center at your scheduled time. Please call us at 801-619-1115 if you have any questions regarding your preparation.

Utah State regulations require patients to have a responsible adult present and able to drive them home after a sedated medical procedure. A taxi, Uber or any other paid driver cannot act as such. Patients arriving without a driver have the choice of rescheduling the procedure for a time when a driver can be present or having their procedure without sedation.