Can we take Gas-X chewable tablets at 6 days post op?

[FatPharm 21]

I was sleeved Monday May 1. Sent my husband out for Gas-X, the little green simethicone capsules because I can take small tablets or capsules no problem. He came back with the chewable big chalky tablet type. Would chewables like this leave residue along the staple line that could cause problems? Are we allowed to have this type of tablet this early? Thanks in advance.

[PatientEleventyBillion 851]

chewables are fine just make sure to chew them very well.

[BusterBunker 8]

A better choice might be the Gas-X Strips. No chewing required as it desolves on your tongue. Dr. approved me to take them as soon as I was released from hospital the next day.

[MarinaGirl 609]

What are you taking the Gas-X for? Because it won't help minimize the discomfort or pain from the CO2 gas that was pumped into your abdominal cavity during laparoscopic surgery. That discomfort or pain is best alleviated with walking and time.

Edited May 8, 2017 by MarinaGirl