What medications would I take after Tummy Tuck?

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A: Postoperative Regimen for Tummy Tuck

By Farbod Esmailian, MD - Orange County Plastic Surgeon

Every plastic surgeon has their own postoperative regimen and it just depends. I generally prescribe percocet (which is a pain reliever), flexeril (which is a muscle relaxant), and antibiotics. Most patients need pain medication for about the first 5-7 days after the surgery. Good luck.

A: 95% of tummy tuck patients do not take pain meds

By Darrick E. Antell, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Every surgeon, every patient, and every tummy tuck operation is different. However, in my practice the use of "long acting local anesthesia" has minimized the need for pain medicine such that only 5% of my patients take a prescription pill for 1 to 3 days. The majority of the patients... more

A: Medications following abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) surgery

By David A. Robinson, MD - Munster Plastic Surgeon

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)... more

A: Medication after Tummy Tuck

By John P. Stratis, MD - Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

Most patients will take pain medication for 7-14 days after a tummy tuck. I also use antibiotics for 3 days and sometimes a muscle relaxant. If I have tightened the muscles or have done anything else at the same time as the tummy tuck, I will also pu patients on a blood thinner to reduce the risk of... more

A: Recovery after Abdominoplasty

By David Shafer, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Every surgeon has his or her own protocol. In most cases, you will be on an oral antibiotic for 5 to 7 days and on pain medications as needed. We like to transition our patients to non-narcotic pain medications as soon as possible. However, making sure that you are comfortable is our #1... more

A: Medication after a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty)

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Regimens vary tremendously based on the technique, surgeon's preference and with attention to patient drug sensitivities/allergies. Typically most surgeons will use a narcotic analgesic. Many use an antibiotic. Some use a muscle relaxant if muscle tightening surgery is contemplated. Anti-nausea... more

A: Post-Tummy Tuck Medications

By John Whitt, MD - Louisville Plastic Surgeon

There are no standard medications given after any procedure. These are determined by each individual surgeon. Usually I give a single dose of antibiotics prior to surgery. Post-op my usual medications are a muscle relaxant (if muscle plication is performed) and a narcotic pain medication.

A: Each surgeon will have his own recommendations for pain medicine and antibiotics

By W. Tracy Hankins, MD - Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

Each abdominoplasty surgeon will have his own recommendations for pain medications and antibiotics after a tummy tuck and it is best to discuss these with the surgeon you choose to perform your surgery.