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My surgeon told me it would be a good idea to take some over the counter Prilosec for reflux and that it would help the swelling in my stomach go down. I went to get some but all I could find were capsules. Is it okay to take a capsule 4 days post-op?

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Well my surgery was on oct 18, and my dr gave me a prescription for Prilosec and the are capsules, I take them just fine. He also said if I couldn't take the just open them up and sprinkle in some applesauce.

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Thanks quitaboo

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My surgeon told me it would be a good idea to take some over the counter Prilosec for reflux and that it would help the swelling in my stomach go down. I went to get some but all I could find were capsules. Is it okay to take a capsule 4 days post-op?

I open the capsule and dump the beads in.

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I am on it. I have slight reflux which burns so bad at night if I don't take it. Right after surgery I opened the capsule and pour in my mouth. Now I just swallow the pill directly.

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Open the capsule and put the beads on applesauce. Do not swallow the pill whole. If it gets lodged or even worse, it wasn't worth the price. Also ask about the liquid version of Prilosec. My surgeon suggested it.

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I swallow my Prevacid whole and have since about 5 days post op. doc said ok once the swelling goes down so it doesn't feel "stuck"

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My surgeon has me on Prevacid that dissolves. When I asked if I could just take my Prilosec he said only if I open the capsule. I was told I couldn't take capsules anymore because the do not stay in the sleeve long enough to dissolve. The same goes for time release medication. You could try Zantac over the counter too, they work well.

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Thanks all!

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I've been taking Prilosec capsules since day 4 with no issues. You shouldn't empty capsules if they're extended release.

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I am taking Prevacid tablets that disolve on your tongue. A whopping $102.00 co pay for one month. OUCH!!! I can take the capsules in about two months

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My surgeon told me it would be a good idea to take some over the counter Prilosec for reflux and that it would help the swelling in my stomach go down. I went to get some but all I could find were capsules. Is it okay to take a capsule 4 days post-op?

I open the capsules and pour it in my Water or Crystal Lite as per my doctor's recommendation. I do that 2x a day.

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