What to use besides Advil

[catalinaS 0]

Hi everyone!

I’m about a month away from my gastric bypass surgery and I have started to do some research on the Vitamins and other medications I will be taking after surgery

I’m regards to headaches and pain I usually take Advil, but due to the risk of ulcers after surgery I cannot take it anymore. I find Tylenol doesn’t work for me and I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what they use to manage headaches and pain that won’t do any harm. Thanks all!

[orionburn 1,023]

I had a sleeve but in the same boat - not allowed to take ibuprofen anymore. I will say that since surgery I find that I get headaches a lot less these days. Sometimes a bit of caffiene will help. Other than that I have to hope that Tylenol does the job. I'm all for finding other options as well.

[KimTriesRNY 1,853]

I’ve been an ibuprofen user my whole life. I had to switch after my bypass. I take the liquid Tylenol if something is really hurting, like cramps or a headache. It has been an adjustment for sure.

[aroub_jml 8]

Hi everyone!
I’m about a month away from my gastric bypass surgery and I have started to do some research on the Vitamins and other medications I will be taking after surgery
I’m regards to headaches and pain I usually take Advil, but due to the risk of ulcers after surgery I cannot take it anymore. I find Tylenol doesn’t work for me and I was just wondering if anyone had any suggestions on what they use to manage headaches and pain that won’t do any harm. Thanks all!

i had the same problem and at the hospital they gave me a bottle of children chewable Tylenol and so far so good.

[Brittanyblue 55]

Liquid Tylenol extra strength. Before surgery I would only do excedrin! Now I swear by Tylenol

[lalame 56]

My doctors office told me I can take Advil as long as it’s in gel form. Ask. I do it only when i need it. Tylenol doesn’t work for me.

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[Creekimp13 5,838]

Conflicting advice with my group. The PA and nutritionist say absolutely no Ibuprofen. The surgeon, however, said that you can use it rarely (once a month or less)...but you should take an antacid like Tums right before taking it to protect your new sleeve. He also mentioned that ibuprofen risk is greater with RNY.

I've had good luck so far with extra strength liquid Tylenol and a hot bath. Ulcers and leaks scare the hell out of me. Erring on the side of caution.

Edited January 13, 2018 by Creekimp13