I've had a breast augmentation 24 hours ago. Is it safe to take Propranolol after surgery for anxiety?

Thanks for your question...It is best to speak to your surgeon regarding any additional post op medications not given by the surgeon him/herself. Please speak with your surgeon.You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.

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Every Surgeon has different post operative instructions of when to take medication after surgery. I would contact your board certified surgeon to answer this question.

Thanks so much for your question.  I would recommend contacting your surgeon to ask him/her about taking propranolol for anxiety, as he/she would know what other medications you may have had recently.  In addition to treating anxiety, propranolol is also used to treat fast heart rate and high blood pressure.  After surgery you may be dehydrated with lower blood pressure and possibly slow heart rate, so you need to make sure these things are checked before you take propranolol.  Hope this helps...best of luck!
Joyce C. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon