Taking Ibuprofen and other meds?

[OldMomOf3 52]

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Edited January 31, 2015 by MomOf3InOC

[par1959 470]

Here is the scoop. Many people get acid reflux with makes taking these types of meds hard on the stomach. However, at about week 4 post op I developed gout. Gout is common with fast weight loss. For gout I had the take the strong doses of anti inflammatorys. I had no problem. I also drink lots of strong coffee all day. No problems with acid reflux which is generally the case with a sleeve. Keep in mind many of the rules your doc want you to follow were developed for the lap band patients.

[JamieLogical 8,684]

I am allowed aspirin and ibuprofen now, but only as needed, not every day. If you have something like arthritis or chronic pain that requires daily medication, you should definitely discuss it with your surgeon and your PCP.

[Pac-woman 325]

@ check out my blog where I uploaded a document. It has the over the counter products that you can or cannot take after surgery. Plus other helpful items.

http://www.bariatricpal.com/blog/9892/entry-33688-gastric-sleeve-documents-interesting-info-and-recipes/

[BLERDgirl 6,417]

The general consensus is no NSAIDs. However there are circumstances under which they are allowed, however you doctor needs to monitor this because the use of these increases the chances of developing ulcers.

As for other meds, check with your doctor. I take a ZyertecD daily for chronic sinusitis. My doctor was aware of it from the start and had no issues with me resuming post-op.

[blissfulbeing 84]

@ check out my blog where I uploaded a document. It has the over the counter products that you can or cannot take after surgery. Plus other helpful items.

http://www.bariatricpal.com/blog/9892/entry-33688-gastric-sleeve-documents-interesting-info-and-recipes/

The document you shared is fantastic! Thank you!