...take them (Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Celebrex, etc.)? If so, how much do you take and for how long? Have you had any problems? I know we are supposed to avoid them because they can wreak havoc on the stomach, but I have some other problems and need them from time to time. I'm paranoid about taking them and have really restricted myself and tried to just deal with the pain. My doc says they're ok in short stints (e.g. 10 days or so), but must avoid taking them "like candy." So far, I have not had any problems taking them. Pre-band, I was pretty liberal with them and never had any issues.

What has your experience been? What has your doc told you?

Thanks!

Edited November 22, 200817 yr by CallMeJim

My paperwork said no NSAIDS due to it possibly being linked to erosion. However, I have taken Advil in cases where I needed anti-inflammatory (which tylenol doesn't do), I just wouldn't take it on a regular basis, which I once did pre-band due to the back pains I had.

However, I have had one instance where I took Advil before bed and it sat in my pouch and I woke up choking on the acid caused by Advil.. it definitely is an irritant on the stomach, so if you take something like this make sure you drink a lot of water to flush it through.

Tylenol really does nothing for me either.

I really miss my Advil during TOM.

On a minor occasion, I take an NSAID paired with Prilosec to protect my stomach. This is only when REALLY necessary.

How much of the children's advil do you all take?