Midol??

Morning Oh'ers!
I was wondering? Are RNY patients allowed to take Midol for monthly cramping and bloating? I have been popping Tylenol like candy and that don't seem to be helping.
Any ideas!
Thanks!
Debi

Hi Debi. Hope all is well. I found this excerpt on another website. It might help answer your question.

Stomal ulcer is an acid-peptic ulcer that occurs on or near the anastomosis (connection) between the stomach pouch and the bowel, “the stoma”. An ulcer may also rarely occur in the usual duodenal ulcer position. There is a higher risk of developing ulcers after bariatric surgery. Patients who use non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) such as ibuprofen, Aleve®, etc., and smokers have a even higher incidence of ulcers. For this reason, all bariatric patients are instructed to avoid the use on all anti-inflammatory medications containing ibuprofen (i.e. Advil®, Nuprin®, Haltran®, Midol®, Motrin®, Aleve®, etc.) after surgery and for life. Ulcers can also lead to erosion of the Lap-band® into the stomach wall.

When I was in to see Dr. C the last week of September I asked him what he recommended for PMS (mood, bloating, cramps,ect.....).   He said a very small amount of dark chocolate for the mood and if I had used midol before the surgery I could use it again in small amounts for a very limited time.  It was not something he wanted his patients to take on a contiuous basis for in large amounts for long periods of time.   I went to Rite Aid and did find a store brand of midol and it had tylenol as the main ingredient so that it what I bought.  It did help some because of the other active ingredients.   I hope this helps.   The PMS since surgery has been way worse then before.   Sally

Thanks Ladies!!

I agree w/ Sally. I use a generic brand from the Dollar General store. I only take 1 or 2 the first day and then I'm good. Use it sparingly and you should be okay. I've always felt Tlenol was worthless. Especially for crampage.