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Hi and thank you for your question! You can certainly take phentermine, or other weight loss medications, with an intragastric balloon.There is no contraindication for taking Phentermine after the placement of Obalon. But as usual for taking this medication, make sure your physician has thoroughly examined you prior.
There is no contraindication for taking Phentermine after the placement of Obalon. But as usual for taking this medication, make sure your physician has thoroughly examined you prior. Phentermine has some side effects and complications that should be carefully considered.
Yes!You can certainly take phentermine, or other weight loss medications, with an intragastric balloon. Hopefully the balloon(s) would allow you to achieve your weight loss goals. However, we sometimes find that patients remain hungry even with an Orbera or Obalon balloon. It's not common, but it can happen. In this situation, I definitely recommend considering a medication. There are several good options. Phentermine is one. Saxenda, which helps to further slow stomach emptying, may also be a good option when the balloon(s) are removed, as it may help to keep weight off by working through a similar mechanism as intragastric balloons. Ultimately, the goal is to help you reach your weight loss goals. I suggest using all approaches available.
Though you can take most medications after balloon procedures, you must ask yourself the question Why do I need a weight loss pill after a weight loss procedure?Which one will you credit with the weight loss you hopefully achieve?The pill or Obalon?
Hello, Thank you for your question. I will answer the easy questions first. Orbera is one Balloon. Reshape is a double balloon. Obalon consists of three balloons inserted at two weeks intervals. None of them dissolve. In my practice, the balloons cost $8,000 and...
Hello, Thank you for your question. I second Dr. Garcia's recommendation that the gastric sleeve may be better suited to your goal of losing weight and keeping it off.. I have seen patients most successful with long term weight loss when they are treated with a comprehensive weight loss...
Yes, gastric balloons are generally safe after treating gastritis. Gastritis is an inflammation of the lining of the stomach, and it can cause symptoms such as pain, nausea, and vomiting. Gastric balloons are a type of medical device that can be used to help people with obesity lose weight. They...
Patients who have had prior stomach surgery, including hiatal hernia repair, lap band, or gastric bypass, are not eligible to receive the Gastric balloon. This is due to the increased risk of the balloon causing a perforation in the stomach. Even in patients without previous stomach surgery,...
Hello, Thank you for your question. I am so sorry to learn about your uncomfortable and isolating experience. Patients should be made to feel the valued focus of the treatment team, never a spectacle to observe. It is essential that patients feel safe and supported in every...
The cost of the Obalon swallowable intragastric balloon for weight loss varies by region. Per RealSelf statistics, the average cost is $7,875 with a range of $7,000 to $9,000. Many providers also include nutrition counseling as part of the cost as well as other benefits. Best of luck in you...
