Probiotics?

Anyone take probiotics to help with gas/constipation?  I used to take them before surgery and now 20 weeks out I am wondering if they would help?  My doctor has no problems with me taking things in capsul form so that is not an issue.  Just wondering if it is a waste of money because of the malabsorbtion? 

Definitely not a waste of money.down the road your gonna need this. I'm out 23 months and am taking probiotics capsules

Thanks - great to know!

I just started taking Culturelle a couple of weeks ago.  Although I have the VSG instead of the RNY, it's definitely helped with the gas, bloating and bathroom activities.  I asked my surgeon and he says there's nothing wrong with taking them; however, people who have had RNY benefit more from taking them.

Great to know.  One of those things I just wasn't sure of.  Appreciate the info!

The doc I went to, Dr. Morton did a study and found that WLS patients lose more when taking probiotics.  I have irritable bowel and I find that it helps even things out for me.  I usually have a bm daily when I take one at night.  

Oh - Great to know.  Another question I had was can you take them at night.  Thanks!

I take mine at night.  Not sure if that's incorrect.