Medications

[tomhuey6974 18]

So, my surgery is tomorrow. I take about 8 different pills for stuff like thyroid, cholesterol, and acid reflux. Does anyone who has had the surgery, that also had severe acid reflux that was taking prilosec prescription strength, know at this point is acid reflux still an issue? I know the other meds I may BA able to stop later on, but im due to re up my prilosec and wondered if I should hold off. Thanks for your insight.

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[James Marusek 5,244]

I am 3 years post-op RNY gastric bypass surgery. I had severe acid reflux (GERD) prior to surgery. But this condition went into remission shortly after surgery and stayed there. My surgeon prescribed that I take prilosec (omeprazole) for the first year after surgery - not for acid reflux but to help my stomach heal.

[tomhuey6974 18]

Awesome. Thanks for the info. I'll double check with the Dr and see what he thinks.

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[GermanShepherdMama 145]

I had mild GERD prior to gastric bypass, was never taking a prescription for it. My surgeon did put me on Pepcid after surgery to help reduce the chances of gastric ulcers.

[psvzum 81]

I think it's pretty standard to receive prilosec (or similar antacid) after WLS. I never took an antacid before WLS but they gave it to me while I was at the hospital. Definately check with your surgeon. Good luck!