FOOD/FLUID GUIDELINES
Adults and children may drink clear liquids after midnight, the night before surgery, and must stop 2 hours before arrival time.
Approved clear liquids:
- Water
- Clear fruit juices (apple, white grape, white cranberry)
- Plain tea or black coffee (no creamer or milk)
- Carbonated beverages (soda, sparkling water, etc.)
- Gatorade/Powerade/Pedialyte and plain jello
Infants may have:
- Breast milk between midnight and 4 hours before arrival
- Formula between midnight and 6 hours before arrival
No food after midnight except plain jello
Avoid the following after midnight the night before surgery:
- no chewing tobacco
- no mints/hard candy/lozenges or gum
- no smoking/vaping
- no alcohol
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in the cancellation of your surgery.
