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I know in the beginning we need liquid or chewables but when should we be able to swallow pills again? also how do you take regular meds post op since cant swallow? thx

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Consult your surgeon for their advice first.

I was able to take my Zoloft right after surgery in pill form--BUT again, check with your surgeon--everyone probably has different protocols.

I purchased a 3 month supply of chewable bariatric Vitamins so I used them up first. I was allowed to take capsule supplements after a month. Again, check with your doctor, they may have different guidelines.

Congratulations on your surgery and I wish you great success!

Blessings,

Kathleen

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Yes, check with your surgeon, but I've been taking pill form of everything since the morning after surgery.

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I stocked up on chewables and used them for what I could for the first 4 months, taking small pills as needed or cutting larger ones in 1/2, but you need to discuss with your team as some meds you should not cut or crush or get something stuck too soon. Even today, I take a handful of supplements at a time but I search out the "petite" versions of a Multivitamin capsule and "pearl" fishoil.

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It took me about a month but I had excessive swelling and couldn't even get Water down. Now no problems at all.

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My surgeon's instructions say I need to stay on chewables for a minimum of 12 weeks post-op before switching back to solid pills.< /p>

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And mine say I can take my meds, but no Vitamins for 30 days...

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