Q: When should I stop taking my fiber supplements?

A: All fiber supplements should be stopped 24 hours prior to testing.

Q: I am taking a motility agent (laxative), should I stop taking it?

A: All motility medication (laxatives) likes Loperamide/Imodium or Metoclopramide should be stopped 48 hours prior to testing.

Q: I am taking a probiotic, should I stop taking it?

A: Probiotics should be stopped 3-4 weeks prior to testing to ensure no interference with the result.

Q: I am taking an antibiotic or undergoing antibiotic therapy, should I stop with treatment?

A: No antibiotic therapy within 4 weeks of the test at minimum, antibiotics affect the bacteria level in your digestive tract thus affecting the test result.

Q: Is there anything I should avoid the morning of the test or during the test?

A:  No smoking (including second-hand smoke) for at least 1 hour prior to the test or at any time during the test. In addition, no sleeping or exercise for at least 1 hour before or at any time during the test. Prior to the start of the test, it is recommended to brush teeth and gargle with mouth wash to decrease oral bacterial counts.

Q: I recently had a colonoscopy or have ongoing runny diarrhea, should I proceed with my test(s)?

A: A recent colonoscopy or ongoing runny diarrhea may affect breath test results. Please consult with your provider before proceeding further. If any of the above conditions apply, rescheduling is recommended to avoid false test results.

Q: Do I have to stop taking enzymes before the breath test?  

A: There are some enzymes that may actually help digest sugars, so those may not be appropriate. whereas other enzymes may digest proteins or other things. These would not cause a problem. To be on the safe side - It is recommended to stop the enzymes for 2 days prior to test.