I was told besides lidocaine, percocet and xanax are taken before the Smartlipo to put me at ease and for pain management. I thought a person is awake during Smartlipo doest those pills combination knock a person to sleep? Also I am VERY NERVOUS to take it will I feel or go into panic once ingested? Will I become dependent on these drugs after? I need honest feedback on this and are there other options besides taken those 2 drugs.
Answer: Medications Hi Thunderthighs,
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: Medications Hi Thunderthighs,
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
July 12, 2018
Answer: Commonly used meds for lipo done awake Your choices are no meds, meds, and IV sedation. It's common to be given a single dose of percocet and an anxiety pill before lipo done awake. They take at least 30 minutes to kick in on an empty stomach, but they will not put you to sleep. You will not become addicted to anything from a single dose, but someone will need to take you home. From the tone of your question, it appears that you are anxious to begin with and would benefit from an anxiety pill. However, without these meds, your chance of a panic attack is higher. Since you are nervous, you should consider going to sleep for your procedure with the aid of an anesthesiologist to provide intravenous sedation and complete peace of mind.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
July 12, 2018
Answer: Commonly used meds for lipo done awake Your choices are no meds, meds, and IV sedation. It's common to be given a single dose of percocet and an anxiety pill before lipo done awake. They take at least 30 minutes to kick in on an empty stomach, but they will not put you to sleep. You will not become addicted to anything from a single dose, but someone will need to take you home. From the tone of your question, it appears that you are anxious to begin with and would benefit from an anxiety pill. However, without these meds, your chance of a panic attack is higher. Since you are nervous, you should consider going to sleep for your procedure with the aid of an anesthesiologist to provide intravenous sedation and complete peace of mind.
Helpful 1 person found this helpful
Answer: Pre-medications I understand your concerns regarding addiction (given almost daily reports of opioid addiction in the news). However, you do not have to worry: 1) the dosing of the medications is low 2)number of pills is limited to a low number 3)you have no prior history of addiction. This is an ideal combination of medications to help you relax and management the initial pinches and pressure associated with infusing the numbing medications under your skin. A few of my patients have briefly fallen asleep during Lipo, but they always wake up when it is time for them to roll onto their sides. You will walk out of the office after lipo under your own power. A friend/family member will have to drive you home. I recommend that you seek out a Cosmetic Surgeon whom offers cost effective liposuction.
Helpful
Answer: Pre-medications I understand your concerns regarding addiction (given almost daily reports of opioid addiction in the news). However, you do not have to worry: 1) the dosing of the medications is low 2)number of pills is limited to a low number 3)you have no prior history of addiction. This is an ideal combination of medications to help you relax and management the initial pinches and pressure associated with infusing the numbing medications under your skin. A few of my patients have briefly fallen asleep during Lipo, but they always wake up when it is time for them to roll onto their sides. You will walk out of the office after lipo under your own power. A friend/family member will have to drive you home. I recommend that you seek out a Cosmetic Surgeon whom offers cost effective liposuction.
Helpful
September 10, 2018
Answer: Smart Lipo Hello and thank you for your question.These medications are used to make you feel more comfortable and at ease. You won't become dependent or have a panic attack on them. It is a one time use. Contact your surgeon to discuss your concerns. Best of luck!
Helpful
September 10, 2018
Answer: Smart Lipo Hello and thank you for your question.These medications are used to make you feel more comfortable and at ease. You won't become dependent or have a panic attack on them. It is a one time use. Contact your surgeon to discuss your concerns. Best of luck!
Helpful
July 12, 2018
Answer: Smart Lipo- consider sedation instead of local only If you are very nervous to be awake, this could limit your procedure and results.IV sedation (twilight) may be a better option and should be discussed with your plastic surgeon.
Helpful
July 12, 2018
Answer: Smart Lipo- consider sedation instead of local only If you are very nervous to be awake, this could limit your procedure and results.IV sedation (twilight) may be a better option and should be discussed with your plastic surgeon.
Helpful
