Medication Questions
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1. What about the medications I regularly take?
You need to tell your doctor about all medical conditions and any drugs, vitamins or nutritional supplements that you take regularly. If you are taking prescription blood thinners (Coumadin, Warfarin, Pradaxa, Plavix), please talk to your prescribing doctor at least 7 days before your procedure. Please continue all medications unless otherwise instructed by the doctor.
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2. What medical conditions may affect my procedure?
If you have a history of constipation, cirrhosis, stroke, dementia, heart disease or kidney disease, please make sure and inform your Gastroenterologist before your procedure.
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3. What medications should I stop taking during the prep process and why?
All medications that need to be discontinued will be outlined on your directions. If you have questions about a specific medication, call your prescribing doctor for further directions.