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How does the malabsorption after gastric bypass effect the absorption of medications?
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Several ways: Small stomach, increased ph, bypassed duodenal segment.
Answered 12/20/2012
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malabsorption: There isn't a perfect answer for that because it depends on what the medication is, and also how much of it your body needs as you lose weight.The best answer is to monitor the effect of the medication as you lose weight. I rarely see the need to increase the dose of a medication after a gastric bypass though.
Answered 10/15/2013
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