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. SUTAB® bowel prep (24 tablets)

THE DAY BEFORE YOUR EXAM:

• STOP all solid foods. NO SOLID FOOD until after your exam.
• 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, Jell-O, popsicles, and juice without pulp. NOTHING RED OR PURPLE.

1. DO Not take other oral medications within 1 hour of starting SUTAB
2. At 5:00 PM prepare 12 tablets and fill the provided container with 16oz of water.
3. Begin taking the tablets one at a time, with a sip of water every 1‐2 minutes. Finish the 12 tablets and container of water over 15‐25 minutes.
4. 1 hour after last tablet, drink 16oz of water over the next 30 minutes.
5. 30 minutes after second container of liquid, drink 16oz of water over the next 30 minutes.

• Continue to drink clear liquids only throughout the evening.
• A soothing ointment (Desitin, Vaseline) may be applied to the anal area to prevent discomfort and skin breakdown.

THE DAY OF YOUR EXAM:

• Five (5) hours before your arrival time, repeat steps 2 through 5 above.
• Bowel movements should look like yellow/clear water by 2 hours prior to your procedure. If you are not passing clear stool by that time, please call our nurses at 801-619-1115.
• NOTHING BY MOUTH FOR 2 HOURS BEFORE YOU ARRIVE! (This includes water, gum and mints. NOTHING by mouth.)

Other Information:

Medications:

• DO NOT skip your medications. Take regularly prescribed medications at least two (2) hours before you arrive. If you have an inhaler, please bring it with you.

Diabetics:

• 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.
• 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:

• Rescue inhaler for asthma, insulin for diabetics
• Paper Registration Forms (only needed if you did NOT register online)
• Photo ID, Insurance Card and any amount owed
• 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.