Is Gas-x ok to take after a TT?

Hi ddroxy,This is a very common post-operative issue. Gas-X should be okay, but you should let your doctor know that your sister is having issues with constipation. A combination of anesthesia, sitting still, pain medications, and not wanting to strain all contribute to post-operative constipation after abdominal surgery. Often, a suppository will help to get things moving after this amount of time, but, again, it's best to ask your surgeon and he/she can advise you. All the best in healing, Ross Blagg, M.D.

Thanks for the question.I recommend you to eat food reach in fiber and to drink a lot of water, also eat vegetables and walk to improve the bowel movements.Respectfully,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Gas-X should be fine to take after a tummy tuck but won't help to have a bowel movement.  The narcotics used for pain control postoperatively can be very constipating.  I usually recommend my patients take OTC Colace 100mg twice daily until they have a BM.  It's important to avoid excessive straining postoperatively to avoid stressing the abdominal muscle repair.  Also check with her surgeon regarding his/her recommendations.  Best of luck with your sister's continued recovery!

In general, gas– ex is appropriate to take after a tummy tuck. That said, you should only do so after discussing the matter with your plastic surgeon. It is common to have a delay in having bowel movements after surgery. There're many modalities you can try to help things move along:High fiber dietDrink lots of waterContinue with stool softeners such as ColaceTry eating prunesYou may need to take a suppository such as dulcolax, etc.Your surgeon will be a very good resource to help you. Please be in touch with them.I wish you the best.

Thank you for your question. Yes it's safe to take Gas X after your tummy tuck procedure. I hope you find this information useful.