Is It Safe To Undergo Colonoscopy After Taking MDMA?

Posted on Mon, 20 Apr 2015

Question: hi, I have a colonscopy scheduled soon and it's in 3 days after taking mdma. is it safe?

Answered by Dr. Indu Kumar (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes,it is safe.

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Yes,it is safe.You can go for colonoscopy as planned.It will not cause problem in colonoscopy.
MDMA can cause dehydration as its side effect.If you don't have any side effects then you can go for colonoscopy safely.

Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your question.
Further queries are most welcome.

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Follow up: Dr. Indu Kumar (1 hour later)

thank you, I was a bit worried for the interaction with the sedation?
but I am aware in 3 days the organism should be clear anyway.
If the only concern is dehydration, I have no side effects and I'm currently drinking plenty of water to hydrate myself, it is any way part of the preparation before a colonoscopy. so I should def be ok?
Thank you again in advance

Answered by Dr. Indu Kumar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
You shouldn't worry about interaction.

Detailed Answer:
Hello

You shouldn't worry about interaction.
Three days are sufficient for flushing out.
Side effects like dehydration is immediate one means generally within one day.
It is good that you are maintaining good hydration.

Get well soon.
Hope I have answered your question.
Further queries are most welcome.

Take Care
Dr.Indu XXXXXXX

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