3 Days Post-Op Tummy Tuck with Really Bad Gas Pains, Can I Take Gas X?

Can I Take a Gas X Pill While Taking Percocet

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Gas pains after tummy tuck

While I realize your gas pains have probably resolved by now, in general, the narcotic analgesics patients take after tummy tuck result in an "ileus," paresis of gastrointestinal motility. Normal passage of gas ceases, and the gas builds up inside your abdomen which has just been tightened by abdominoplasty. This creates horrible pain. The problem may be worsened if you have serum electrolyte abnormalities. For my patients in this situation, I minimize... more

Tummy Tuck - 3 Days Post-Op Tummy Tuck with Really Bad Gas Pains, Can I Take Gas X?

It may be okay - but that's not for me to say. In a situation like this (ie, three days after surgery) you have to call your PS just to let him or her know what is going on. After a review (your surgeon knows exactly which procedure(s) were done, what medications you're on, etc) perhaps it will be okay to take Gas X. However, there may be other issues, such as the amount of pain medication you're taking, the manner in which you're taking it (with or without... more

3 Days Post-Op Tummy Tuck with Really Bad Gas Pains, Can I Take Gas X?

Please contact your chosen surgeon of record to be evaluated to be safe. Gas pains can occur but if you were my private patient I would demand to see you.

Gas problems 3 days post tummy tuck

I strongly concur with Dr. Pousti: specific medical (medicine) treatment should not be offered online for many reasons. You need to contact your plastic surgeon and inform him/her of your situation. Because they know your medical history, he/she can provide you with safe, prudent recommendations. Good luck!

Medication after Tummy Tuck?

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, it is not good medical practice to give advice regarding medications online (without knowing your history or allergy status). Please call your plastic surgeon for the best and safest advice. Best wishes.