Guest guest Posted August 5, 2003 Report Share Posted August 5, 2003 In a message dated 8/5/03 10:41:49 AM Eastern Daylight Time, suzyq91054@... writes: > Hi Suzyq, Yes I take pain meds and when I do so I would/am unable to work, drive, etc. But, remember that different meds affect folks differently. each case should be evaluated on it's own merit. Generally the warning on the side of the container should be given serious attention. Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 2003 Report Share Posted August 5, 2003 Suzy, I was able to work for about 2 years on my pain meds, but then I had to go on disability as the side effects of the pain meds made it difficult for me to continue working. My job depended a lot upon my memory and my accuracy and the pain meds affected both badly and it pretty much made it impossible for me to continue working. I'm in the process of applying for SSD. Kimber -- Kimber Vallejo, CA hominid2@... Note: All advice given is personal opinion, not equal to that of a licensed physician or health care professional. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 6, 2003 Report Share Posted August 6, 2003 Suzy, Some of us are taking pain medications like Percocet or Hydrocodone that contain a stronger narcotic called oxycone, with is an opiod. Some of us also wear duragestic patches which contain the drug fentanyl. And yet others take Oxycontin or MS Oxycontin, which are even stronger narcotics. Personally, I have difficulty somestimes working while on a full dose of both my duragesic patch and the Percocet, which I use for breakthrough pain. I am often overcome with drowsiness, and frequently have problems concentrating on complex analytical and mathmatical problems, which are the keystones to my profession. On the other hand, I am not able to sit at the drafting board for the long hours required to complete a day's work when I am in pancreatic pain. I have to pace myself with frequent breaks, so consequently I'm not able to get much work done. Some days I'm unable to work at all. This is just my experience with the medication, I'm sure others will add their comments to your question. With hope and prayers, Heidi Heidi H. Griffeth South Carolina SC & SE Regional Rep. PAI, Intl. Note: All comments and advice are personal opinion only, and should not be substituted for professional medical consultation. >I have a general question for all those on the " pain meds. " Are you all able to continue working while taking the pain meds? I thought most of the meds contain codeine, etc. so you'd be unable to continue to work. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 tylenol is okay to take while pregnant. I stay away from advil and motrin products. God Bless, Robin, NorthEastern, NY Age- 41 EDD- July 27th, 2004 IT'S A BOY!!!!!! Mommy to: & (twin boys 8 years), Madison, daughter, 5 years and Wife to Pup 15 years (October 31, 1988) Gastric Bypass Surgery- October 18th 2002 Start-378, current- 246(pregnant) goal 170 after baby It's a BOY!!!!! Emerson Roger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 Post WLS patients that has had the gastric bypass can only take Tylenol. You aren't suppose to take Ibuprofen, asprin or advil. Paradise, TX Lap Gastric Bypass: 4-18-03 Internal hernia repairs & Gallbladder removal: 2-12-04 - 100 pounds! Mother of 2 year old & working on #2 child! ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2004 Report Share Posted June 11, 2004 I got migraines all throughout my first pregnancy 4.5 years ago. I lived then and now on tylenol. I also took tylenol with codeine when it was really severe. Good luck! Chrystal Wife to Jace - together 6 Years! Happy Mommy to - 4 Years Old! Jonas Due July 28, 2004! Zookeeper for 2 big dogs and 6 cats who let me feed them! http://chrystallife.50megs.com/ http://members.ebay.com/aboutme/seeswensonauctions/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 12, 2004 Report Share Posted June 12, 2004 , My surgeon never mentioned not taking Ibuprofen or Aspirin. I know of many women who take this post WLS (although they are not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed by your OB/GYN). What is this based upon? Thanks! Donna > Post WLS patients that has had the gastric bypass can only take Tylenol. You > aren't suppose to take Ibuprofen, asprin or advil. > > > Paradise, TX > Lap Gastric Bypass: 4-18-03 > Internal hernia repairs & > Gallbladder removal: 2-12-04 > - 100 pounds! > Mother of 2 year old & > working on #2 child! ;-) > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 12, 2004 Report Share Posted June 12, 2004 we recommend Tylenol or acetominophen only during pregnancy (over the counter). If it is severe and Tylenol doesn't get rid of it, call your OB and ask what they prefer or can call in for you. Sheila L&D//NICU RN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 12, 2004 Report Share Posted June 12, 2004 Iv'e been taking motrin and ibuprofen since my WLS nearly 5 years ago without any difficulty. I am lucky b/c I have had to take large quanities for endometriosis, dental and bone pain. I suppose it has to do largely with the length of the bypass. Sheila Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 12, 2004 Report Share Posted June 12, 2004 Donna, My surgeon said that motrin and non-steroidals are very irritating to normal size tummies and post WLS patients should not take them b/c of highly irritating they can be especially to smaller stoamachs. I've been lucky NOT to have had any problems though! *knock knock* lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 13, 2004 Report Share Posted June 13, 2004 Bridget, My OB only suggested Tylenol. EDD#2 8/2/04 -- Have a great day!! __________________________________________________________________ Introducing the New Netscape Internet Service. Only $9.95 a month -- Sign up today at http://isp.netscape.com/register Netscape. Just the Net You Need. New! Netscape Toolbar for Internet Explorer Search from anywhere on the Web and block those annoying pop-ups. Download now at http://channels.netscape.com/ns/search/install.jsp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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