Nsaids with gastric sleeve?

[MsJ_RN 0]

I have heard that NSAIDs are ok to take with the sleeve has anyone heard this too?

[lsereno 2,525]

My plan allows them. If I take NSAID, I am to also take PPI.

Lynda

[NtvTxn 1,262]

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.

[MsJ_RN 0]

Thanks for the info

[Beachbum2017 108]

What is PPI?

[Vixynne 695]

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!

[starr1202 38]

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

[lsereno 2,525]

What is PPI?

PPI is Proton pump inhibitor, such as Omeprazole, that reduce stomach acid.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Proton-pump_inhibitor

[Nuchnuch 120]

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.

[docbree 199]

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)

[SuNMooNStaRS816 423]

Yeah that's on my never ever ever list also.....which I am gonna have a hard time with....

[Vixynne 695]

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!

[starr1202 38]

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

[judysbabies 16]

Advil was on my "yes" list when I left the hospital. Go figure!

[Vixynne 695]

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!