ThinnerTimes - Gastric Bypass and Lap Band® Forum - View Single Post - Taking meds post-op. Some things you need to know!

MiladyB · 10-11-2007, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by draya77

thank you Beth for this piece of information! i have printed it out and gave it to my husband i have also informed him in case of an accident he needs to inform the medical team of the fact that i have had the gastric bypass. I have heard of the bracelets for this surgery do you or anyone know where i can get one? Thanks you again

I know that you can purchase medical Alert ID bracelets at most Pharmacies. You can let them know what you want on it. I guess I would suggest your type of surgery, No NSAIDs and No blind scope. I personally don't wear one but carry a card in my purse that includes the following information.

1. Your Bariatric surgeon's name and phone number.

2. The type of surgery you had and when.

3. Your current medications with dosages, who prescribed them, and what they are for.

4. Any medication allergies or warnings (i.e. No NSAIDs without a protectant like Cytotec)

5. The name and number of the pharmacy that fills your scripts.

I prefer the card to the bracelet just because I can get more information on a card. But if you don't have your wallet or purse with you and something happens then a bracelet may be a good idea.