David A. Robinson, MD

Each plastic surgeon has his/her recommendations for postoperative care, and medications following an abdominoplasty.  I usually prescribe an oral narcotic (for pain) for 7-10 days following surgery.  I then ask my patients to try and transition over to a non narcotic at that point (ex. motrin).  I will also ask my patients to take a laxative while taking a narcotic (to help avoid constipation).  I will also give patients a prescription for anti nausea medication. I do not give my patients antibiotics to take following surgery. They do however, receive an antibiotic prior to their surgery.