Medications Before Endoscopy & Sedation: A Safe, Simple Checklist
Before EGD or colonoscopy, use this medication guide: blood thinners, diabetes meds, stomach drugs, and supplements – what to pause, what to take, and when to restart. Answer Box: Don’t change prescription drugs without a plan. Anticoagulants/antiplatelets require individualized instructions; diabetes meds often need dose/timing changes; iron/bismuth/charcoal are usually held. Bring an up-to-date med list […]