I've had my band since feb and I'm doing great I say-down 55lbs, anyway long story short had some female issues and went to the gyno and now I'm on meds to treat poly cystic ovarian syndrome. No biggie except they nauseate me! I have been on them 2 weeks and today by no fault of my band got sick and vomitted like when you have the flu-that dry heave bringing up very little. I know it's ok to be sick at times but this type of violent vomitting I had...can that damage my band? Should I be concerned about slippage?? Like I say- only this once but it scares me! Thanks in advance

are you taking metformin or bc pills to help with the PCOS? I have PCOS. Metformin is Glucophage which is to help with type 2 diabetes which is onset by PCOS or if you are taking bc pills to help control the hormones it could have done something as well. I wouldn't be too worried as long as you are not doing it every day. I would also be sure to eat prior to taking the pill to cushion its fall.

Yes, vomiting as you've described, can cause the band to slip. However, it is by no means a common occurance. If the vomiting continues I would call your gyn and lapband doctors. Good luck!

are you taking metformin or bc pills to help with the PCOS? I have PCOS. Metformin is Glucophage which is to help with type 2 diabetes which is onset by PCOS or if you are taking bc pills to help control the hormones it could have done something as well. I wouldn't be too worried as long as you are not doing it every day. I would also be sure to eat prior to taking the pill to cushion its fall.

I am taking Metformin 500mg 2x per day and Mononessa 28 (birthcontrol). I was taking another hormone pill called Provera (to help my extended cycle stop) but have not taken that in quite some time now. I , as a nurse, was familiar with the possible side effects, but having always been "the exception to the rule" thought no way, not me. Well, obviously yes me lol. I try to eat within a half hour before taking the medication but I still do with a little back lash and slight vertigo when I go from one position to the next. I personally had to do research about the treatment of PCOS with Metformin because I know it's used for type 2 diabetes. I have never had an issue with blood sugar at all and I think that prior to giving you a pill that is for such MD's should do more tests to determine if you do have the onset. My primary concern was that I have had BP- definately nothing from the lower abdomen like the other day where my rib cages feel as though they may touch. Another concern I had is I have pleateau'ed.....wayyyy before I'd like to as well. Did you notice any concernable issues with your weight after taking the medication? I appreciate your help in inlighting the matter =)