Preparation

Have someone drive you or be available to drive you home the day of the procedure. Due to the sedation you will not be allowed to drive yourself. Somebody responsible for you can accompany you in a taxi, but no public transport is allowed. This is for your own safety. Your procedure will be canceled if you do no have a ride.

If you are an insulin dependent diabetic or taking any anti-coagulant medication (i.e. Coumadin, Heparin) or have special needs please be sure to notify your physician.

7 days before procedure

• Stop taking iron, aspirin, aspirin products.
• Please note that Tylenol (acetaminophen) does not interfere with the procedure.
• Please consult your physician if you have any questions about your medication, especially if you have been told not to stop taking these drugs suddenly without medical advice.

5 days before procedure

• Stop taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (e.g. Motrin, Advil (ibuprofen), Feldene, Naprosyn, Nuprin, Celebrex and Vioxx).

1 day before procedure

• Do not eat or drink at least 8 hours before the procedure.

Day of procedure

• Do not eat or drink unless otherwise instructed.
• Please do not take any medications the morning of your procedure. If you feel you must take your medications, please contact our office immediately.  Do not take any antacids or Carafate before your procedure.
• Wear loose comfortable clothing. You may keep short sleeve clothing on during the procedure under the gown we provide. The procedure room can be cold so you may wish to bring socks too.

If you need to change or cancel this appointment, please notify us at least one week in advance at (650) 725-3374.  This will enable us to schedule another patient for that appointment time.