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Is it OK to smoke weed the day before a colonoscopy?
* Marijuana: Please do not take Marijuana, in any form, 24 hours before the procedure. * Smoking: Please do not smoke anything 24 hours before the procedure.
Can I smoke cigarettes the day before a colonoscopy?
Chewing Gum or Tobacco Along with increasing stomach contents, chewing tobacco also raises nicotine levels in the blood which may affect anesthesia recovery and increase the risk of complications. It’s best to quit all nicotine-containing products at least 24 hours prior to your appointment.
Can you smoke weed before a endoscopy?
Patients should be cautioned against using marijuana on the day of the procedure or within 8 hours before arrival. Patients who are acutely intoxicated or have used marijuana within the last hour should not go through an endoscopy procedure until signs of acute intoxication have resolved.
Can I drink coffee the morning of my colonoscopy?
Clear liquids include water, broth (clear, fat-free), gelatin, pulp-free juice, ice pops without pulp, carbonated beverages, sports drinks, tea and coffee (sugar is optional). Do not consume any red-colored beverages or gelatins.
What Prep is needed for a colonoscopy?
The day before the colonoscopy procedure — Don’t eat solid foods. Instead, consume only clear liquids like clear broth or bouillon, black coffee or tea, clear juice (apple, white grape), clear soft drinks or sports drinks, Jell-O, popsicles, etc.
What if I accidentally ate the day before my colonoscopy?
It is important to follow all of the instructions provided by our office to ensure a successful exam, however, if you accidentally ate something the day before your procedure before 12:00 PM, you do not need to reschedule as long as you begin the clear liquid diet and follow the rest of the instructions to prepare for …
What if I don’t tell my anesthesiologist I smoke weed?
If you don’t tell your anesthesiologist how much marijuana you smoke, he or she may underestimate how much anesthesia will be needed for you to “go to sleep” and stay asleep during your procedure.
What happens if you smoke before endoscopy?
We strongly encourage you to not smoke within 24 hours of your procedure. This includes cigarettes, pipes, cigars, e-cigarettes and other substances. Smoking can cause complications during or after the procedure. Failure to comply may result in the cancellation of your procedure.