Printable checklist
Your prep checklist, day by day
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7 days before
- Follow the steps as detailed unless your doctor or clinic staff advise otherwise.
- Do not stop any medication unless a clinician tells you to.
- IMPORTANT: Please commence your admission process by registering at: https://www.sjog.org.au/patients-and-visitors/my-admission. If you need assistance with the admission process, please call St Johns on 1300 863 566.
Procedure day
- Nothing to eat or drink for 6 hours beforehand, other than clear water up to 3 hours before. If you are not having sedation, you do not need to fast.
- Clear water only during the fasting window — no other drinks, lollies, chewing gum or food.
- Tell the nursing staff about any allergies or sensitivities, and discuss blood thinners such as clopidogrel (Plavix) or warfarin with your GP or the hospital beforehand.
- St John of God Hospital Murdoch — clear water stops 3 hours before your procedure.
Follow these instructions unless your doctor or the clinic staff advise otherwise. Ring Coastal Gastroenterology on 63890631 if you have questions about medications, diet or timing.
Save your fasting prep guide as a PDF
Download a branded, printable PDF of this checklist with your dates, admission time, and clinic contact details — fasting and medication steps only.