MsJ_RN 0 Posted June 25, 2013 I have heard that NSAIDs are ok to take with the sleeve has anyone heard this too? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsereno 2,525 Posted June 25, 2013 My plan allows them. If I take NSAID, I am to also take PPI. Lynda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NtvTxn 1,262 Posted June 25, 2013 I have heard that NSAIDs are ok to take with the sleeve has anyone heard this too? Believe it or not, I just got the "OK" from my doctor to take them, I asked specifically about Fiorinol and Naproxen. Three years ago when I had surgery, these two, among a host of others were on the 'do not use' list, but I'd heard some things had been changed/updated since then. I went for my three year check up this past Friday, and I asked! I did NOT ask at what point it is ok though, I didn't think of it. 1 docbree reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vixynne 695 Posted June 25, 2013 My surgeon puts NSAIDs on his "never ever EVER after surgery" list. Like most things about bariatric surgery, your bariatric team might have their own restrictions/rules. I wish my surgeon would change his mind; I don't see how I'm going to get through life NEVER taking a single ibuprofen tablet from now to the grave! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starr1202 38 Posted June 25, 2013 My surgeon puts NSAIDs on his "never ever EVER after surgery" list. Like most things about bariatric surgery' date=' your bariatric team might have their own restrictions/rules. I wish my surgeon would change his mind; I don't see how I'm going to get through life NEVER taking a single ibuprofen tablet from now to the grave! [/quote'] We have the same surgeon and I have been taking Motrin since the beginning and its not on the do not list in my binder 1 Vixynne reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lsereno 2,525 Posted June 25, 2013 What is PPI? PPI is Proton pump inhibitor, such as Omeprazole, that reduce stomach acid. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton-pump_inhibitor Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nuchnuch 120 Posted June 25, 2013 I have to wait two months post op...that was one thing that my surgeon explained that with the bypass you can't but sleeve you can. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
docbree 199 Posted June 25, 2013 Believe it or not, I just got the "OK" from my doctor to take them, I asked specifically about Fiorinol and Naproxen. Three years ago when I had surgery, these two, among a host of others were on the 'do not use' list, but I'd heard some things had been changed/updated since then. I went for my three year check up this past Friday, and I asked! I did NOT ask at what point it is ok though, I didn't think of it. I had asked Dr. Davidson about NSAIDs at my appointment and he never really answered me. He basically just said maybe I won't need them when I lose weight (I have RA, though). I guess I need to go back and specifically ask him about those two (I had specifically asked about ibuprofen/motrin) 1 NtvTxn reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuNMooNStaRS816 423 Posted June 25, 2013 Yeah that's on my never ever ever list also.....which I am gonna have a hard time with.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vixynne 695 Posted June 25, 2013 We have the same surgeon and I have been taking Motrin since the beginning and its not on the do not list in my binder I'm encouraged and confused by that, Starr--there's a mixed message going out, for sure. I see Dr. K tomorrow afternoon, if he holds still long enough for me to ask him, I'll try to get a direct answer about it--but at least I know it *is* possible to take Motrin and not keel over! Thank you! 1 starr1202 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
starr1202 38 Posted June 26, 2013 Did he tell you how much of your stomach he is taking out. I keep forgetting to ask him when I see him. I'm curious if its the same for everyone. I see him for my 9 month in a few weeks I'm gonna make a list Lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
judysbabies 16 Posted June 26, 2013 Advil was on my "yes" list when I left the hospital. Go figure! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vixynne 695 Posted June 28, 2013 Okay--got the straight facts from my surgeon on Wednesday. I asked if NSAIDS were gone from my life forever, and I was told "only for the first month"! That directly goes against what one of his nurses told a whole classful of pre-sleevers a week before at the Nurse Education Seminar. She actually handed out a flier that named a whole TON of NSAIDS, and the heading clearly said "Never to Be Used after Surgery"! Apparently that is appropriate information for Roux-en-Y patients but not for sleevers. I was told that the nurse in question is new, and would be instructed not to give that incorrect info out any more. Whew! I feel better knowing my Motrin/Advil will still be around when I need 'em a little ways down the road! 2 starr1202 and NtvTxn reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites