Bowel Prep?

Has anyone had to do a bowel prep the day before surgery? I have to mix 2 bottles of max citrate in with a half gallon of liquid like gateraide and dring (2) 8oz glasses every 4 hours till gone.
Any help on maybe what is good to mix it with and what to expect? I know its to clean you out but my dr. said it was ok to eat normal but want to see what you guys have experienced.

thanks as always my surgery is the 22nd my earily Xmass present.

62
Gleason 7
8 of 12 positive
most are 4+3
having robotic assisted
hoping to spair at least one set of nerves

Dennis

40,
Anyone doing major surgery would be doing the prep. I would not be seeing a surgeon who didn't order it. Having done several preps before, here is what I have found. When I had to drink a lot of fluid, it at times made me nauseous. There are preps available that will be only 8 or 10 ounces and maybe a little additional fluid. As for diet, I had strict diet of soft foods and certain liquids a day or so before surgery, and am very surprised you would not be doing the same. I was then on a similar diet post surgery, until first BM. I suggest you speak to your doctor again, and ask for pre-surgery instructions if they were not provided. Wish you the best.
Mack

My bowel prep was different than yours. I expect every surgeon develops a protocol that works best for him and his patients. I'd follow his instructions carefully.

You just want a swift return to normal bowel movements. I had a good experience in that regard. I hope you do too.