WARNING!! NSAIDs after surgery

[lamornamiss]

I had a dumping episode yesterday and woke up this morning and still felt very delicate.
When I have dumped before I am usually ok within an hour anyway I still feel rough tonight.
Then it clicked!!!
I have just started a course of tablets pescribed by my GP and suddenly realised they are NSAIDs. I checked with my GP when he issued them that they didn't contain Diclofenac (I have a bad reaction to that) but never even thought to ask if it was an NSAID. I have now stopped taking them and hope I haven't done any damage.

I am going to make sure it is on my medical notes from now on

 

[Miss Tickle]

Sorry to hear this Wendy. What are the NSAIDs for and why can't bypassers have them?
Hope you feel much better soon

 

[lamornamiss]

Sorry to hear this Wendy. What are the NSAIDs for and why can't bypassers have them?
Hope you feel much better soon

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen etc

They can cause ulcers and bleeding in your stomach.

 

[Miss Tickle]

Not good then? I was only thinking earlier if there are any medical no-no's after surgery and whether it would be a good idea to wear an SOS bracelet. I'm sure I read something about not being able to have tubes put down your throat but can't for the life of me remember the details!

 

[preetypee]

hope you get well soon. xx

 

[xxsarahxx]

i'm on ibuprofen, will they take them off me at the hospital wendy?

 

[Louanne79]

I take Diclofenac for osteoarthritis, but I've been told today, following my surgery, to avoid them for at least a good few months - will have to live with ordinary paracetamol based pain killers.
xXx

 

[shelbell]

The tubes thing is you shouldn't have BLIND NASO-GASTRIC (NG) TUBES. I have a medi-alert with this on and some drug allergies etc.

On the NSAIDs, most teams say they are ok occasionally, or for short term treatment for an injury. But you must take a lanzaprazole or similar to reduce risk and always take after food. If you have a history of ulcers or acid reflux/indigestion then you would be best avoiding completely.

I asked one of my consultants about non-oral methods of taking NSAIDs such as injection or suppository, but research has shown that these still increase the risk of ulceration. As a bypasser you are more prone to ulcers because of the man made joins in the stomach and intestines.

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[Miss Tickle]

The tubes thing is you shouldn't have BLIND NASO-GASTRIC (NG) TUBES. I have a medi-alert with this on and some drug allergies etc.

That's the one Shell .
Have you thought about writing a book? You have such an enormous wealth of knowledge re WLS. You always have the answer at your finger tips. This together with your personal success and the obstacles you've overcome would make for a really informative and inspirational read !

 

[Denise Morris]

The thing to remember with NSAIDS (also Aspirin based painkiller) is always take after you have eaten, NEVER on an empty stomach as thats what causes the problem in prolonged use. Because you eat so little after op for several weeks its best to avoid if you can, but for those who really need them ask GP to prescribe a PPI (proton pump inhibitor) such as lansoprazole, omeprazole or rabeprazole, as these help protect stomach.

 

[penelope1008]

Yikes I take Paracetamol and Ibruprofen for osteoarthritis every day although I limit them as much as possible to twice a day so they still have and effect if I need more. I also take Mebeverine for IBS and because of the Ibruprofen also take Ranitidine to prevent ulcers. I think I need to chat to the GP as the nurse at the hospital is telling me I can take all my tablets post op and no need to change them to liquid forms at all despite the reccommendation of the dietitian I am so confused. Thanks ladies would hate to create more problems than I solve due to medication I take let alone what form I take it in even if only for a few months.

 

[shelbell]

The only med I took in tablet form immediately post op was forceval, the high strength Multi vit/min, which was doctors orders. I took soluble or childrens paracetemol, but didn't need it much.

You can get liquid ibuprofen, but I would double check with the surgeon about taking it early post op. They may suggest an alternative pain killer like codeine instead. Renitidine comes in liquid too, Charlie used to take it for infant reflux.

I was back on regular tablets after my 6 week post op check.

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[lamornamiss]

Just to let you all know that I did take them with food
I am still feeling sicky this morning I hope it fades soon.

"IF IN DOUBT CHECK IT OUT"

 

[Kevin1708]

Hi Hun . . . hope you are on the mend. Your will need to be careful with cold and allergy preperations/medications as they often include NSAIDs ! xx

 

[yorkiegal]

Nobody at the hospital has ever told me not to take NSAID's. If it wasn't for this forum I would have had no idea.

 

[penelope1008]

Thanks Shell as always a fount of all knowledge. I had planned to see GP pre-op and had checked with pharmacist if they were available in liquid form. Another job for the list.

 

[lamornamiss]

Thanks Shell as always a fount of all knowledge. I had planned to see GP pre-op and had checked with pharmacist if they were available in liquid form. Another job for the list.

If your Gp is anything like mine He will be asking you what you should be taking LOL
I asked the GP at the same appointment if I could get my hernia repaired and tummy tuck at the same time.
He said "lets have a look at this redundant skin, Argh yes and what is this scar down your tummy?"
Me shocked said "I had an open gastric bypass"

 

[penelope1008]

Sounds about right, mines already excited as she has never had a patient get a bypass done. So I have a feeling will be a long one when go again.

 

[MrsSAFC]

what about hay fever tablets? i get it really bad.... forgot to ask!

 

[Louanne79]

I was told my hayfever tablets are ok, but while I'm on liquids I have to chew or crush them in liquid. Nice.