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A member asked:
Can i chew gum and suck hard candies on prep day before my colonoscopy?
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Most likely, yes: As you know, you must not consume red/purple colored fluids during your prep as they can compromise the colonoscopy exam quality. I would avoid red/purple hard candy/gum, but other colors are probably fine. Check with your dr to be sure. Be sure you don't swallow any solids. You don't want to prep again!
Answered 7/28/2019
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Yes: Ok to do day before colonoscopy.
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