I am wondering what laxative is safe and effective at 2 weeks post op. Do they pose any danger to the sleeve?

I am wondering what laxative is safe and effective at 2 weeks post op. Do they pose any danger to the sleeve?

I believe that is a question best posed to your doctor.

I am wondering what laxative is safe and effective at 2 weeks post op. Do they pose any danger to the sleeve?

i had my sleeve a aday after yours, and i havent been to the 'loo' for a few days, so id also like to know what we can take! x

I haven't gone at all since surgery. 10 days.

I've been adding Benefibre to my daily smoothie. I've also taken Senokot S at night which seems to help things along the next day. It is natural and comes from Senna. You can also get it in a tea form in the supplements area of your favorite store. I wouldn't go with ex-lax as you can get dependent on it.

I took Miralax based on responses I got on here at day 11 post-op. I take it 1-2 times a week if I start to have problems again. I've had no problem with it at all.

I'd ask your doctor. Mine doesn't want us taking laxatives. He said benefiber ok and drink more water.

I live in Spain and my Dr provided me with plantaben.... a more natural laxative. I agree with the above tho - ask yor Dr what he recommends..... as you're still healing as well so better safe than sorry.

:oBe careful with MiraLAX. I almost died from it last Thursday...no joke. My throat closed from the main ingredient that I didn't know I was allergic to. Ask your doctor even if it's something as simple as an OTC med.

Miralax is what my doctor's office recommended. It is now not considered a laxative. I have needed something from early on. I use this 'as needed' - every seven to ten days I'll take it two or three days and then I'm fine for five to seven! I guess with all the protein and all the calcium, it is what it is!