Medicine Absorbtion Question

I'm thinking I may need to opt for the lap-band, which doesn't work as well for most, from what I've read.  I have a medicine that I have to take, I'm already at a high dose of it, and I'm worried about absorbtion with the RNY.  Is there anyone who takes meds pre-op that you still have to take post-op, and how has it changed with the RNY?  Are you taking more, do they work?  Anything you can share.  There is a shot I can I take instead (every 2 weeks) but that may cause weight gain.   The med I'm currently on does not cause weight gain.  I gained 40 lbs in 6 months on the med that caused weight gain so I'd rather not have to opt for a shot.   I have to decide which surgury when I attend the seminar I believe, which I'm going to on Friday.    Thanks for your insight, Korina  

My meds for depression and anxiety had to be adjusted a few times post operatively as my psychiatrist and I believed they weren't as affective and the only change was the malabsorption from my surgery.  It was pretty rough there for a while, I won't lie about that, but once it was worked out, it was fine.

 

Your medical doctors and surgeons will work together to get your medication doses sorted out.  It's not uncommon.

I would talk to your pharmacist to see if they would know and bring it up with your surgeon.  It's also going to depend on what the med is for, if it is a weight related problem, you may not need to take it after surgery. 

I take all the same meds.... dep. anxiety and its fine.   I dont know if this true or not but I found with my anxiety pill that kicks in right away... if I ate somthing then stuck that on top of the food in my pouch.. it would break down while the food ran through and absorb better. I might be whacked but it works for me. Good luck and research alot.... you want to get the right surgery for you. Hugs

Thanks Linda that's a good tip.

I do the same as Linda.  I take my a.m. pills (depression, thyroid, allergy and hormone) right after I finish breadfast, but before I take my viactiv.  My p.m. pills are for restless syndrome and a sleeping pill and they kick almost immediately.  I've notice no difference at 7 weeks out and with some of the a.m. medications, I would have noticed right away if they weren't working. Hope this helps with your decison.  But meds can always be adjusted -- either by time of day or how many times a day you take them, plus dosages.  Don't settle for less than you want!!!