schel 0 Posted November 25, 2005 Hello! I have some questions on post op pain medications. I am taking percocet and side effects are Constipation. I tried plain tylenol liquid.... YUK!!!! and it did nothing. Has anyone tried childrens ibuprofen? Is this safe? Ibuprofen has always helped me more than tylenol, and does not effect constipation. Any suggestions? Thanks! Schel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spydr 0 Posted November 25, 2005 I was told by my doc that Ibuprofen is a no no since it has proven to have adverse affects on the tummy itself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
liannatx 897 Posted November 25, 2005 I was also told to stick with Tylenol, so I did the childrens liquid suspension and took a dose every 4 hours. I didnt have much pain except for the gas, and Gas-X and walking are all that really help that. As for the Constipation, I was spared that, but have heard that adding some metamucil can relieve that and have also seen recommendations for glycerin suppositories. Hope you feel better soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NJChick 3 Posted November 25, 2005 Yep, only tylenol. Try a suppository (glycerin for adults) they really help relieve Constipation and are gentle on the system. Feel better !!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
