--- title: Suprep Bowel Preparation Instructions description: Gastroenterology Associates provides instructions on how to prepare for a suprep bowel, including how to use the Suprep Bowel Prep Kit. image: https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/LICDH_OGImage1.jpg --- English | [Español](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/es/procedure-instructions/suprep-bowel-prep/) [![Logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/GA-Logo_BlueWhite2b.png)](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/) [![Logo](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/GA-Logo_BlueBlack2b.png)](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/) ![Suprep Bowel Prep](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/LICDH_TitleHero.jpg?width=1920&height=445&name=LICDH_TitleHero.jpg) # Suprep Bowel Prep ### Suprep Bowel Prep **(sodium sulfate, potassium sulfate and magnesium sulfate) oral solution** #### On the day before your procedure **What You CAN do:** • You may have CLEAR LIQUIDS ONLY **What You CANNOT do:** • DO NOT drink milk • DO NOT eat or drink anything colored red or purple • DO NOT drink alcoholic beverages **Any of the following liquids are OK to drink:** • Water • Strained fruit juices (without pulp) including apple, white grape, or white cranberry • Limeade or lemonade • Coffee or tea (DO NOT use any dairy or non-dairy creamer) • Chicken, beef, or vegetable bouillon broth • Gelatin desserts without added fruit or topping (NO RED OR PURPLE) #### Important Note: • SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit is indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for the colonoscopy in adults • Be sure to tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit may affect how other medicines work • Medication taken by mouth may not be absorbed properly when taken within 1 hour before the start of each dose of the SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit • The most common adverse reactions after administration of SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit were overall discomfort, abdominal distention, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and headache • If you have any questions about taking SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit, call your doctor. > **SUPREP Bowel Prep Kit is a split-dose (2-day) regimen.** Both 6-ounce bottles are required for a complete prep. ### First Dose #### Begin preparation (pictured below) the evening before your procedure between 5pm-7pm. *(You must complete Steps 1 through 4 using one (1) 6-ounce bottle before going to bed.)* ![Suprep1-1](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/Suprep1-1.jpg?width=242&height=206&name=Suprep1-1.jpg) **Step 1:** Pour ONE (1) 6-ounce bottle of SUPREP liquid into the mixing container. ![Suprep2](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/Suprep2.jpg?width=242&height=206&name=Suprep2.jpg) **Step 2:** Add cool drinking water to the 16-ounce line on the container and mix. ***NOTE:** Dilute the solution concentrate as directed prior to use.* ![Suprep3](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/Suprep3.jpg?width=242&height=206&name=Suprep3.jpg) **Step 3:** Drink ALL the liquid in the container. ![Suprep1-1](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Licdh%20January2018%20Theme/Images/Suprep4.jpg?width=242&height=206&name=Suprep4.jpg) **Step 4:** You MUST drink two (2) more 16-ounce containers of water over the next 1 hour. ### Second Dose #### Repeat first dose steps FIVE (5) hours prior to your scheduled colonoscopy time. **NOTE:** You must finish drinking the final glass of water at least FOUR (4) hours or as directed, before your colonoscopy. ***There should be no gum, candy or water FOUR (4) hours prior.* *** Essential medications (ie: blood pressure, cardiac, thyroid, and seizure medications) can be taken TWO (2) hours prior to procedure with a TINY SIP OF WATER.* [Back to Procedure Instructions](https://www.ligastrohealth.com/procedure-instructions/) **GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES** 106 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Suite B, Mitchel Field, Uniondale, NY 11553 ** Phone: 516.248.3737 ** Fax: 866.540-1163 **LONG ISLAND CENTER FOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH** 106 Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Suite C, Mitchel Field, Uniondale, NY 11553 ** Phone: 516.794.1868 ** Fax: 516.794.1627 [ Gastroenterology Associates on Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Gastroenterology-Associates/285209374890717)[ Gastroenterology Associates on Twitter ](http://twitter.com/GIAssociatesNY) ### ABOUT - 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