Gained back weight before nutritionist follow up

[Jerseygirl4523 44]

I lost nearly 20 lbs since I started my 6 month diet required by insurance in November.

Since I started Prilosec for GERD, I’ve gained 3 lbs. nervous abou going back to my nutritionist tomorrow. I know I haven’t been eating great. But I’ve also been extremely constipated from the new prescription

[Mhy12784 423]

Prilosec should not make you constipated

Best advice I can give anybody who is getting a sleeve (and presumably applicable for bypass patients as well)

Get in the habit of taking Metamucil. Stuff will be a lifesaver post op, at least early on

And if you're extremely constipated already (preop) then I'd say you need it more than most

[Jerseygirl4523 44]

That’s good to know.

I’ve spoken with my primary and unfortunately it is a possible side effect of Prilosec. Some get diarrhea, some get very constipated. It was an instant switch when I started taking the Prilosec after my EGD 3 weeks ago.

[jess9395 5,450]

Actually Constipation is a known side effect—

https://www.rxlist.com/prilosec-side-effects-drug-center.htm#overview

But I agree on both the insoluble Fiber (Metamucil, psyllium husk, etc) AND soluble fiber like Benefiber or the generic equivalent. Lots of Water too.