Medication malabsorption after roux en y surgery

Posted by 23otters @23otters, Sep 12 10:52pm

I have been struggling with all of my medications since my surgery. My anti depressant doesn’t work like it did, pain killers don’t work as well. When o had surgery I begged for more because what they were giving me didn’t help the pain. I never had this problem until after my Bariatric surgery. Someone suggested getting an absorbers done by an internist so it would be documented. Any experiences with this problem of malabsorption?

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rileylori74 | @rileylori74 | Sep 13 9:17am

I take Pancreatic Enzymes for malabsorption. It has really helped.

Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Sep 13 11:11am

@23otters 1

Bariatric surgery results in anatomical changes to the GI tract, and thus it can affect absorption and metabolism of oral medications. Extended release medication especially can be less effective. Immediate-release is better, but may require you to take multiple dosage of lesser strength during day then one dosage a day. Other medications may be absorbed better if crushed, but not all medications can be crushed.

DO NOT change any medications dosage or method of taking without consulting your provider. A pharmacist may be able to tell you if a medication can be crushed without affecting it potency.

This question was asked on Mayo Network and address some of your questions.
https://newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/previous-gastric-bypass-surgery-may-be-affecting-time-release-medication/
Have you talked to the provider about your anti-depression medication and if changes are needed?

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