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Are Colonoscopies Safe Procedures?

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Question: I am a 44 year old female who has a colonoscopy scheduled for Monday morning at 11:00. I was given low volume clenpiq as prep. The directions are a split dosage first at 4:00 pm followed by another at 5:00 am. I have a weak stomach and afraid I will not be able to stomach second dose so early in the am would it be alright to start first dose at 2:00 pm followed by a second dose around 11:00 pm. Also are colonoscopies safe procedures?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (2 hours later)
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Though what has been advised by your doctor is the preferred schedule, you can still follow the schedule which you have mentioned (The Day Before method).
Yes, colonoscopy is a safe procedure.
Regards,
Dr.R.K.
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Are Colonoscopies Safe Procedures?

Brief Answer: Answer given below Detailed Answer: Hi, Though what has been advised by your doctor is the preferred schedule, you can still follow the schedule which you have mentioned (The Day Before method). Yes, colonoscopy is a safe procedure. Regards, Dr.R.K.