GLP-1 Preoperative Instructions

Clear Liquid Diet Examples:

• Water (plain, carbonated or flavored)
• Fruit juices without pulp, such as apple, cranberry or white grape juice.
• Fruit-flavored beverages, such as fruit punch or lemonade.
• Carbonated sodas, including Sprite, ginger-ale and dark sodas, such as cola and root beer.
• Gelatin without fruit.
• Tea or coffee without milk, cream, or creamer of any kind.
• Sports drinks, like Gatorade.
• Clear, fat-free broth such as bouillon or consommé.
• Honey or sugar can be added to any liquids.
• Hard candy, such as lemon drops, peppermint rounds, or lollipops.
• Ice pops without any milk, bits of fruit, seeds or nuts.

Reminder to hold your GLP-1 for at least one dose prior to your surgery date. In addition to holding this medication, we ask you to consume a clear liquid diet for 24 hours prior to your surgery and be completely NPO 2 hours prior to your surgery.

Please call us should you have any additional questions.