Medications

Hello I was sleeved on the 20th, and have not taken any medication. I'm not sure how to take them. And will it hurt when the pills go down?

Shouldn't hurt at all. I took all my meds after surgery with no problem. Check with your doc as to which meds you are to take as some of them may change after surgery. Example - I did not have to take any diabetes meds after surgery. Hope this helps.

Sugar free applesauce really is a good way to take your pills.  Check with your pharmacist, but most capsules can be opened and sprinkled into a small amount of applesauce and eaten.  I say small amount because most meds are bitter and taste bad.  You can "chase" with more applesauce, water or juice.  For solid pills you can buy a pill crusher at any pharmacy and crush the pills and put them in applesauce.  I say check with a pharmacist because some meds shouldn't be taken this way.  You can also speak to your doc tomorrow about what meds you really need to take right now.  After a few weeks you can swallow most pills normally.

Thanks for all the help.

Hi there I was thinking about you! We have sent some messages. Hope all is going well. Still just dreaming about surgery.

Good day. I  too was sleeved on the 20th. What I have been doing is taking my meds - 1 pill at a time throughout the day. Just take very small sips. It does not hurt at all. Good luck!!