hisandhersleeves 19 Posted May 14, 2014 So I know that Advil was off limits prior or surgery and after but for how long? I am 8 weeks post op and have the biggest headache...think it's safe? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elfnow 277 Posted May 14, 2014 You should be OK to take a single dose, but do call your doc's office and talk to a nurse to be sure!! They may base their answer on how you're doing with acid reflux etc... But the nurses should totally be able to get right back to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Texasmeg 568 Posted May 14, 2014 My doc had me wait until 3 mos to take a dafer NSAID - and it bothered my stomach. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JeanZ_RN 378 Posted May 14, 2014 Keep in mind that ANYONE who takes any NSAID should ALWAYS take it with food. That will decrease the possibility of it bothering your stomach. The irritation NSAIDs can cause can be "silent" (without outward symptoms), so be aware that lack of stomach upset does not necessarily mean your stomach is not irritated. My surgeon said that starting about 4 months post op I can take NSAIDs for short periods, but I should never take them long term again like I did pre-op (for osteoarthritis pain in my knees, hips and shoulders). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hisandhersleeves 19 Posted May 14, 2014 Thanks...I took two and didn't seem to have a problem. 1 Texasmeg reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
