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Title
Taking Picolax before my CT Colonoscopy scan (Easy Read and Text Only)
What is this leaflet about?
Before you come to hospital for a CT colonoscopy (CTC) scan, you need to take Picolax so your bowel is empty for your scan. This leaflet explains when to stop taking your normal medicine before the scan. It also explains when to stop eating and what you need to drink. There is also a step by step guide explaining how to take the Picolax correctly.
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Who produced this leaflet?
Patient Information Team
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  • Taking Picolax before my CT Colonoscopy scan (Text Only) (file download)