Simethicone in bariatric surgery recovery
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This trial tests if giving simethicone (a gas-relief medication) as part of a standard recovery plan helps patients feel better after weight-loss surgery. It may reduce bloating and discomfort after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a foregut procedure (weight-loss surgery that reroutes your stomach or intestines).
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have an allergy to simethicone (Gas-X or similar products).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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