Suprep Bowel Prep Kit for Bowel Preparation User Reviews (Page 4)

• assman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2019

"Easy. I didn't barf or feel sick. Not even close. The taste is more sweet than the sodium electrolyte taste. It was not hard to get down. I took 10 minutes to do it. I took 40 minutes to get both additional 16-ounce cups of water ingested. The flavor is like grape Pedialyte with some sodium added. It's not like seawater (bleh), it's an electrolyte-type flavor. Hardest part was just being hungry. The actual prep process was pretty easy to do. Not a big deal. You will pass water for an hour or two. Once it's done, you feel pretty good and clean. It's kind of amazing. The hard part is probably psychological, don't work yourself up over small potatoes. It's not that bad at all. Get it over with and move on."

• FLALady
• July 1, 2019

"Am 1 dose in and honestly, not been bad at all. I took lots of advice from here; used very cold water and got it down in 2-3 mins. It's lime-ish, does have a medicinal aftertaste. Straw didn't make much difference for me. I would imagine a half a teaspoon of lemonade Crystal Lite in it, or biting into a lemon or orange slice after would help. I just rinsed and started on my first of the next 2/16 oz of water. After 32 oz of water, very full. Last sip was a push, but maybe that beer chugging in college helped. Am 90 mins into it with 3 predictable trips to the bathroom, but it hasn't been with urgency that I thought would accompany it. Stomach gurgling gave me the heads up something is coming, but 'the event' is quick, and I could leave the tile haven between episodes. I did eat very lightly in the preceding days - salads, fish, fruit, so maybe that helped. But thank you all who have gone - LOL, no pun intended! - and left your thoughts and experiences; it definitely helped!!"

• Ver
• November 11, 2019

"Just turned 60 and had not had a colonoscopy in 10 years. Read the reviews and really scared me. It is what it is, and it needs to be done. Took my 1st dose at 7 PM the night before. Mixed it as directed. Used a bit of Crystal Light and drank it super cold. No straw used. Not too bad. Taste was not great, but no gagging as I've read here. Took about 1 1/2 hours to work, and the waterfall began. About 2 hours of really close bathroom time needed. I agree on the use of diaper cream, much needed. Took the 2nd dose at 7 AM the day of the procedure. Worked faster, but not as intense. My test came out a-OK. Mind over matter, people. Nothing to fear but fear itself."

• Rockw...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 15, 2020

"I will first say that I have UC (ulcerative colitis) and am a veteran at having colonoscopies. I have always previously used the gallon method, and it is truly nasty. I learned of this Suprep alternative from my Dr and was excited to try it. The reviews are very negative about taste, but I found it to be truly no big deal. I just put the stuff in the cup, added the water to 16 oz, and drank it in 2-3 chugs. You then follow with two 16 oz glasses of water. I took the second dose later that night and again no problem. The prep had me very well cleansed and ready for the procedure. It is over $100, but in my opinion, very well worth it. I am still surprised at how many people can't drink the prep and struggle with colonoscopies."

• Synch
• October 5, 2020

"Not the best tasting stuff, but manageable. Held my breath and took it all at once. Started working on me in another 40 minutes. Did what it’s supposed to do. Expect a very raw anus, though. Second dose was a little rough. Barely gagged it down. Did not seem to be as “explosive” as the first dose. Only side effects for me are nausea and a mild headache."

• Terry
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 5, 2020

"I can tolerate a lot, but this stuff made me gag!!! It took all my effort not to throw it up! I’m not sure I could go through this again! I must say that it works great. But I think I would opt for the ‘old’ way if I had to do it again. Even the thought of the taste of it makes me gag!!"

• Malev
• August 24, 2019

"I had been dreading this test literally for years, since I hate drinking bad-tasting things. I can’t even chug a beer. But I survived Suprep. It actually didn’t taste as bad as I feared. Tips that worked for me: - chill it. - put yourself in a nice frame of mind. Hug your kids, put on calming music, whatever puts you in your happy place. - remind yourself constantly that this does not suck a millionth as much as colon cancer. - drink as much as you can as fast as you can. A straw might help, for me, I found drinking and sucking it in hard helped the fluid flow around my tongue and I tasted it less. - then drink some water or clear liquid immediately. - if you’re worried about nausea, tell your doctor. - have some cold non-diet ginger ale on hand and use it as an anti-nausea drug. - don’t wait too long to take the next long drink and don’t obsess. - have Preparation H wipes and Vaseline ready for after. You can do this!"

• Pleas...
• June 15, 2015

"First colonoscopy ever. This prep worked great. Yes, a bit salty, but just gulp it down and chase it with the water. No cramping, nausea, or headache. Started working in about 40 minutes. Stay close to the bathroom and get to the toilet at the hint of movement. Took about 4 hours to complete the first round. Did the second round the morning of my procedure, took it at 5 am for an 11:00 procedure. Second round was a breeze. Cleared out by 8:30 am and the doctor reported fully cleared. This prep is worth the money, and I will definitely use it again. Have no fear, folks?"

• none
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2021

"Some people have the experience and they say "oh...it's not that bad...." this is the worst experience I've ever had in my life! For me it really is that bad. I remember gagging and throwing up and trying to get this nasty salt water/ fake cherry thing down....it was just awful! I don't know why this product even exists! No one should have to endure this kind of suffering...I thought I was going to be the end of me!"

• Anonymous
• January 21, 2015

"This is the easiest by far. Do not worry, easy tasting (comparatively), worked just like everyone said it would, no worries, no cramps, no nausea. And I am the biggest chicken. I will never fear colon prep again."

• Crm47...
• January 19, 2015

"Doesn't taste great, but it's not that bad - trust me, compared to Golytely, this stuff is like fine wine. The good part is that there isn't much of it. Other preps make you drink like a gallon of horrid stuff."

• Dman
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 25, 2020

"Guzzled each 16-ounce portion at directed times, took about 9 huge gulps. Drank the required 32 ounces of water after each dose in a similar fashion, 16 ounces first, waited 5 minutes, and guzzled the next 16 ounces. Worked as it should, the taste of the product, when mixed with pretty cold water, didn't really bother me."

• Nicole
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2024

"I was extremely anxious before taking this as a lot of people said it makes you barf, and I have severe emetophobia. It does taste really awful, but I mixed it with Gatorade and basically chugged it down in 4 gulps while holding my nose and swishing with apple juice in between to get rid of the taste. I drank 32 oz of water with an electrolyte drink powder mixed in, and the prep started to work within 30 minutes. I haven't had any cramps or nausea at all, just some minor muscle aches from sitting on the toilet for a couple of hours and a sore bum. Definitely apply diaper cream, AD ointment, or Vaseline BEFORE the diarrhea starts and pat instead of wiping. I'm at the 2-hour mark right now, and it seems to be slowing down. Thankfully, now I'm not as scared for the second dose at 4 am. I just wanted to share my experience for others that might be as scared as I was."

• Lorilou
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 29, 2021

"I took 2 Ducolax tablets the day before prep which worked fast. Day 1 Prep: ate light breakfast. 2pm bone broth, & jello. Took nausea med with an anxiety med. 4 pm began clear liquids. Premixed Suprep with water & topped it up with a bit of Gingerale. Refrigerated. 6PM Dulcolax & began prep. Straw, Plugged nose took 3-5 big sips sucked Italian ice pops, swished & swallowed. Continued steps til done in 30 mins. 7pm started water 30 mins to finish the water. 8pm bathroom sipped orange Gatorade, Gingerale, & chicken bone broth. 11pm bed. Alarm 3am took Meds. Alarm 5:30am. PART2: Cold orange Gatorade mixed with Suprep because Nurse review here says it's your friend. She is right! Desitin & aloe wipes are as well! 6am more water. 7am bathroom. 9am prepped.1 more final pitstop LOL ready @ 10:30am scope. I've done lots of colonoscopies, & Suprep is easiest I've done! Plug your nose. Use straw & have a clear yum 2 taste after chugs. If you get nausea easy or acid reflux ask Dr for some nausea meds. As GI Doc said "the worst part is over"! :) Will use this again! TY Suprep!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 4, 2020

"I’m not sure how people are able to do this. I’m 21 years old and unfortunately have to get a colonoscopy done. It took me an hour and a half, 4 water bottles, and 2 cans of ginger ale to be able to get this stuff down. It is awful. Not looking forward to doing this again in the morning. I mixed it with Sprite, but it was way too sweet, big mistake."

• Slimf...
• June 21, 2015

"I am 67. This is what you need to know: 1. Refrigerate the water and solution, the colder, the better. 2. Wash the mixing container before the next two containers of water, the smell is worse than the taste. 3. Have at least a fresh roll of toilet paper and a toilet bowl brush, you will need them. 4. Have a package of diaper wipes, it makes the mess easier to clean up. I went two days without food just to make this job easier, I do not mind hunger. The day prior to my 7 AM appointment, I drank the first round starting at 1 PM. It started to work in 20 minutes. The second round I started at 6 PM, it again was working in 20 minutes and over in about 3 hours. Prior to using the solution, I drank a lot of Gatorade, no hunger to speak of."

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 3, 2017

"Braintree Laboratories describes their product, SUPREP, as having a “berry” flavor. Not as well understood is that I think it is the oft-maligned Satanberry. Satanberry is known for its noxious odor and, if unfortunate enough to be ingested, causes Krakatoa-like eruptions of sulfurous gas and violent, firehose-like evacuations of all internal solids and liquids. Poo foam? Yes, you will probably experience this rude shock too. Anus as red as a baboon’s behind? You betcha. Aftershocks may occur the day after the actual colonoscopy. In my opinion, SUPREP is overkill for the preparation of bowel cleansing. Go for the gentler Prepopik or MoviPrep, either of which I will again insist upon for my next cleansing prior to colonoscopy."

• Holly...
• September 19, 2014

"Every BODY is different, and that's the truth with my experience with Suprep. I finished my first dose at 7 PM, and at 10:30 PM, I had my first real liquid movement. I had one or two soft solid movements before this, but for me, it took a long time. I'm okay. Watching Netflix. Finished drinking in 18 minutes. I took someone's advice and sucked on lemon wedges between gulps, which was a lifesaver for me. Since I had such a long time in between drinking the drink and the true cleansing part of this process, I did have some bloating and 'felt the drink working' in my intestinal tract, so some cramps and no movement. Now that the floodgates have opened, it's better. Early appointment. Up at 3:30 AM to drink again. Not much sleep tonight."

• Faye
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 3, 2021

"I have had so many preps in the 37 years of test, sometimes 2 a year. Suprep is by far the best. No gallon of grossness to drink!!! Be prepared it starts to work quickly. 2 hours of continuous trips, sometimes not even leaving the bathroom. Drink all the liquids you can day before and day of prep. Gatorade is your friend. You got this!"

• PrepQ...
• August 9, 2019

"Did SUPREP for the first time this week. After the first part (evening dosage) - I thought it was the best prep ever. Relatively easy to get down vs. prior 3 preps. The flavor was pretty manageable, it acted very quickly and was a very effective prep. I was a little queasy, but it was no big deal. All night I told hubby, “this is easy peasy!” And I got a good night's sleep - something I couldn’t do with prior preps. I woke up early for the 2nd half of prep. This was MUCH tougher to get down - I could only do about 3/4 of it, and only a little water. I finally used apple juice. 20 minutes later, the nausea was overwhelming and... up it all came. When I went in this morning for the colonoscopy, the nurses were unconcerned about what had happened - they said this isn’t unusual for the 2nd half of SuPrep. And my clean-out was fine! Would I do this prep again? In a heartbeat! An easy first part, a good night’s sleep, and knowing the 2nd part isn’t a showstopper make this a good prep for me!"

• Hammer
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 14, 2020

"I’m in a family gene pool of colon issues, so colonoscopy procedures do not scare me having had about 5 of them over 20 years. My concern is the PRICE of the prep! I’m retired and Medicare covered less than 1/3 of the cost. Why is this stuff SO EXPENSIVE$$$$????? AND it’s nasty but simpler than the old methods of prep which were over the counter items! BIG PHARMA AT IT AGAIN SHAME ON YOU!"

• Brumom
• February 23, 2015

"I really dreaded this stuff. I am a wimp when it comes to eating and drinking. This stuff wasn't bad at all. I chilled it for a couple of days, then iced the water first. I extracted the ice and added the Suprep. It didn't even taste that bad. Kinda like a salty Kool-Aid. Just imagine your five-year-old made it, and drink it down. No problem. Started to work in about 30 minutes. No cramping, no nausea, not even uncomfortable. The worst part so far is the day without real food. Hoping tomorrow goes as well!"

• Raw...
• July 28, 2014

"Tastes horrible but effective. I had no nausea or chills. I drank it at 4:45 PM and really nothing for 1 1/2 hours... then a regular bowel motion. About a half hour later, Katy, bar the door. Then the squirts till about 10:00. I got up a couple of times in the night but no big deal. At 4:15 in the morning, I suffered through the second dose. Immediate results and squirts for about 1 1/2 hours and a few sporadic times after that. It is 7, and I think I am done. Almost time to head out. My procedure is at 9:40. I hope this is it for the next 5 years. I think the worst part is not eating. I am ready for some Mexican food. A huge pile of enchiladas, rice, beans, hot sauce, and hot flour tortillas smeared with butter."

• Holly
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 20, 2019

"The GI doctor's nurse took pity on me because I was so very, very scared of having a colonoscopy and gave me a sample of Suprep. I made sure not to drink anything for at least thirty minutes before I drank each dose of Suprep and water so my stomach would have room for 48 ounces of fluid within an hour. But I drank a lot of liquids that day at other times. I didn't love the taste of Suprep, but it wasn't gag-inducing either. I just added a couple of ice cubes to chill it. It took only a half hour or so for the action to start. I had to take my second dose very late in the evening, so after things quieted down, I decided to try sleeping in my recliner in case shaving seconds off my next bathroom trip was important. I should have just gone to bed. I definitely made a mountain out of a molehill when it comes to having a colonoscopy. The doctor removed a polyp, so now I'm on the five-year plan. I likely will request Suprep the next time."

• Barry
• July 16, 2019

"Well, this stuff doesn’t taste very good, but man, does it work. My doctor gave me good advice to help get it down. Make your 16 oz solution and drink 6 oz of it, then rinse. Wait 10 min and drink another 5 oz, then wait 20 min and polish it off. It must be cold to tolerate. I was starting the cleansing process only about 15 minutes after taking half my first dose. Don’t plan on going anywhere or doing anything until this stuff runs its course. I still have my second dose to take at 10 pm tonight. Might have to just tape a pillow to the wall in the bathroom and sleep in there. Plan ahead. Get some mobile entertainment and take care of yourselves. It’s not fun, but neither is dying if you can prevent it. So roll up them sleeves and get it done. Also, get some good butt ointment and some wet wipes."