Is it safe to take anti fungal meds when going in for breast augumentation surgery?

Thank you for your question.Best for you to discuss with your surgeon and get his/her recommendation regarding this medication. The important question is whether or not you have an active infection present?Ideally, we want to minimize all risks associated with surgery. Best wishes for a result you will be pleased with.

You should ask your surgeon whether terbinafine is fine before your breast augmentation. You should discuss any medications you are taking with your doctor prior to your surgery as sometimes instructions are different for each surgeon. Good luck!

Dear Canada,    Toe nail fungus infection is not a life threatening condition, so, if you were my patient, I would have recommended to you to stop the medication one week before surgery and resume it after surgery. The reason for it is that Lamisil (terbinafine ) can cause liver damage and the combination with anesthesia drugs can amplify it. I am not aware of any studies about the subject, but why take an unnecessary risk. Always, play it safe.         All the best,                           Dr Widder