Suprep

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jan 26, 2024

Common Questions


Common Questions about Suprep


How soon do you poop after taking Suprep?

Most people poop within an hour or within a few hours of taking the first dose of Suprep.



How many times will I poop on Suprep?

You may have 5-10 bowel movements after taking this laxative. Make sure you have access to a bathroom during your bowel preparation with Suprep.



How does Suprep work so fast?

Suprep is an osmotic laxative that helps to retain large amounts of water in the gastrointestinal tract, causing watery bowel movements.



Do I have to drink both bottles of Suprep?

Yes, you have to drink both bottles of Suprep for proper bowel preparation. Failure to do so may affect your colonoscopy results or require your exam to be postponed for another day.



What is the alternative to Suprep?

MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) is an alternative to Suprep for bowel preparation before a colonoscopy exam.



What is the price of Suprep without insurance?

Without insurance, Suprep can be as high as $108.96, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $90.44 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.



What is the price of Suprep with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Suprep—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Suprep. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.