sylviau 125 Posted July 30, 2012 Have a horrible Migraine. 4 weeks post op. I know we were supposed to avoid aspirin and Advil. Was that just for beginning? Or can I take an excedrine now? (it has Tylenol and Advil in it) Help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melissamiranda 8 Posted July 30, 2012 Have a horrible Migraine. 4 weeks post op. I know we were supposed to avoid aspirin and Advil. Was that just for beginning? Or can I take an excedrine now? (it has Tylenol and Advil in it)Help! I believe you can take it but it has to be liquid or chewable form, unless you've taken pills already and haven't felt restriction. -Melissa M. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWgirl 574 Posted July 30, 2012 I was told only tylenol because the other pills have ingredients that may contribute to erosion. 1 anume! reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
familygirl 15 Posted July 30, 2012 I was under the same impression about Advil and erosion. But I'm approx 4 weeks out as well, and I've used Advil. If there is no restriction then your ok, but if there is and the Advil sits in that small little pouch and only moves slowly, then erosion could occur. Hope u feel better soon!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
missybear 86 Posted July 30, 2012 I checked with my surgeon when I first explored the lapband about pain medicine, given I'm allergic to paracetamol and typically rely on ibuprofen when I need it. I understood from some initial research that paracetamol for typical self medicated pain such as headaches, fever and injury was the preferred option for lap banders. He confirmed the research i found, stating ibuprofen is best avoided given the issues it has with erosion, upsetting a sensitive stomach etc, however if it's consumed with food or a meal (to minimise the issues noted above) and it's only taken on occasions where it's necessary such as Migraine or extreme pain in a single or short term dose he was happy for me to continue to use it.. I'm 5 weeks out from surgery and had a terrible headache today. I took 2 Advil for the first time post surgery, along with drinking plenty of Water, stretching my shoulders and neck given I was sitting at a computer at work and tried a cup of tea (caffeine often helps me alleviate a headache) and something in that list has definitely helped and I even managed to get to the pool for a swim tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721 Posted July 30, 2012 Have a horrible Migraine. 4 weeks post op. I know we were supposed to avoid aspirin and Advil. Was that just for beginning? Or can I take an excedrine now? (it has Tylenol and Advil in it) Help! id call and ask your dr if you wish to know the correct answer. my dr said tylenol only. (you will find some that say its ok and some like me that say its not). id make a quick call to your doctor/nurse and ask. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blpchick 50 Posted July 30, 2012 My doctor says that Advil is ok but that really depends on the doctor. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
