Can you take tramadol for pain within a 2 week window prior to having gastric sleeve?

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Pablo Garcia, MD · Answer

the use of opioid derivatives such as tramadol is not recommended in any gastrointestinal procedure, due to their mechanism of action they are prone to cause a decrease in peristalsis movements, and even in some cases the total cessation of these, thus resulting in conditions that may put the patient at risk as an adynamic ilium and/or intestinal obstruction.

Carson C. Cunningham, MD · Answer

Yes, you can take tramadol before or after your surgery. It is NOT a NSAID-class medication such as ibuprofen or toradol, and does not have those side effects.

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