Do I have to stop taking medication before a colonoscopy?

Doctors Answers (2)

David Pound, M.D.

Answered on: 4/26/2012

Please call the doctor that is going to do your colonoscopy. You usually do not have to stop an antibiotic before having a colonoscopy.

Harsha Vittal, M.D.

Answered on: 4/26/2012

You should take your course of medications. However, you should let your doctor know about the medications you are taking.

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