Elisabethsew 50 Posted June 18, 2006 I am on Coumadin and take Aleve for severe arthritis. Because it is NOT possible for me to come off these meds without risking my health, I was placed on Nexium. My surgeon has no problem with this and allows his patients to take an occasional NSAID. Bottom line... check with YOUR MD. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juliegeraci 7 Posted June 18, 2006 My doctor suggested advil liquid gel caps so I don't know differently. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
j.s. 0 Posted June 19, 2006 My doctor allowed me childrens liquid Ibuprofen and now that I was a year out, he said I could take regular ibuprofen tablets when I need to. But as others have said, Ask your doctor what he would prefer you use for pain relief. You can also call your docs office, they will find out for you and get a message to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CareBear 0 Posted December 25, 2006 hi all, anybody know if i can take advil BEFORE surgery? in 2 days i will be banded & my tennis elbow is killing me....i'm typing only with 1 hand as it hurts too much! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
momof2boys 0 Posted December 26, 2006 Hi - I wouldn't take any advil because it can cause bleeding during and after surgery (any kind). But double check with your doc. GOOD LUCK!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites