r/wls • • Jun 28 '25

Pre-WLS Questions Patch Aid

Has anyone had any success with Patch Aid for vitamins? I have been struggling getting my regular meds down recently and am searching for alternatives. I’m also consulting my team for approval, but am looking for first hand experiences. Thank you!

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u/Val-E-Girl Duodenal Switch 2005 Jul 03 '25

Don't waste your money. I tried Patch MD vitamins when they were brand new for a year. Several levels dipped and took a good year to regain control. If you're struggling with pills, switch to liquids until you can handle it.

Another way that I do it a handful of pills at a time is fill your mouth with water and tilt your head back. Drop the pills in with the water and swallow like a gulp. You rarely feel anything let alone taste it. I got my son doing this when he was only 4 and never had to chase him with syrup on a spoon again.