It is not expected that tablets be affected by ESG, however medication may take longer to act if in pill form. Anti-inflammatory medications may irritate the stomach more than they typically do following the procedure.
As you lose weight, other health markers may also improve and you may find that some medications may not be necessary (such as anti-hypertensives and diabetic medications). We ask all patients to meet with our Bariatric Physicians on a regular basis to assess their requirements for medication, before making any changes.