Oral medication is usually not allowed during fasting in patients with intestinal obstruction.
Intestinal obstruction refers to the obstruction of the passage of intestinal contents caused by various reasons, which can be clinically manifested as vomiting, abdominal distension, abdominal pain and other symptoms. Patients with intestinal obstruction usually need to be fasted before the obstruction is lifted and the intestinal passage is restored, and during the period of fasting, they need to prohibit any food and oral medication to prevent aggravation of the condition and uncomfortable symptoms.
Nutrients are usually taken in through a gastric tube during the fasting period. If medication is needed, it is usually administered intravenously or by injection. Oral medication can only be administered when the obstruction is lifted, the intestinal function is restored, and the bowel can be defecated smoothly.
After active and effective treatment, most patients can be cured of intestinal obstruction and return to normal work and life. However, if you do not actively accept regular treatment or do not strictly follow the doctor’s instructions to comply with the precautions, it may lead to the aggravation of the condition and cause adverse consequences.
Therefore, patients with intestinal obstruction should actively cooperate with the doctor’s treatment and strictly follow the precautions given by the doctor.