Capsule Endoscopy Instructions
At least 7 days prior to procedure please cease taking iron tablets/oral formulations also if on diabetic medication cease day prior and day of procedure
Day before the procedure:
Lunch: You may have a normal meal around noon. After lunch commence the clear fluid diet.
Examples of clear fluids: 2-3 cups of strained chicken noodle soup, water, clear broths, sugar-free jelly (no red or purple coloured), clear apple juice, black tea/coffee, sugar-free cordials (no red or purple flavours).
Fast for 12 hours prior to arrival time to A/Prof Efthymiou's rooms, ensure you drink a glass of water every hour during this period. (While awake only not during your regular sleeping hours during the night).
The day of the procedure:
Do not take any medication 2 hours before having the examination.
Wear loose fitting top of thin natural fibre such as a T-shirt and ensure it is long enough to reach the hip, as the belt will be placed around the waist and directly on the skin. Do not wear a dress.
Once belt is fitted it may not be removed until the end of the test in A/Prof Efthymiou's rooms.
After swallowing the capsule:
You may drink a glass of water every hour.
You may have a light snack/lunch 4 hours after swallowing capsule. Ensure the belt remains snuggly fitted to your waist and do not remove at any time.
Once you leave the office, continue your day as normal but avoid vigorous exercise.