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How to Prepare
If you are having your procedure done as an outpatient, follow these instructions, unless the physician specifies otherwise:

1. Eating
   • Do not eat or drink after midnight on the night before your procedure, or six (6) hours prior to your procedure. 
2. Medication
   • Most people can continue to take their prescribed medications.
   • If you are a diabetic and take insulin, ask your doctor about modifying your insulin dose for the day of your procedure. If you are taking the oral anti-diabetic medicine Glucophage (Metformin), you will need to discontinue use for up to 48 hours following the procedure. Consult with your doctor about blood sugar control during this period.
   • If you take a blood thinner such as Coumadin, Plavix, or Lovenox, you must tell your doctor so that it can be stopped.
   • Please bring all your medications with you.
   • Allergic reactions. If you are allergic to contrast (X-Ray dye) or iodine, let your doctor know as soon as possible. If possible, let the interventional radiologist know about your allergy a few days before your angiogram.
   • Smoking. Do not smoke for at least 24 hours prior to your angiogram.