Do I have to take muscle relaxers?

Question

I had surgery today. I have all my prescribed medication. I plan to get off the heavy pain meds on day 3. As for the muscle relaxers, it says when needed. Do I have to take them? I've heard other ladies make them feel groggy. Thanks in advance!

Omar Lazos, MD · Answer

In plastic surgery in Mexico nationwide muscle relaxants are not a standard medication in the post op setting... This is a surgeons choice for the patient... Even with pain meds, we encourage patients not to take them if they are not needed, So If you don´t feel needing the medication don´t take them... You'll do great, best regards!

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

I'm unsure what  medications you were perscribed however,  I would check to see if you can take the muscle relaxers with the other pain medications someitmes it may contradict. Ask your surgeon or local pharmacist. regards,

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. If a medication is prescribed, "as needed" or, PRN, then you may take it only if you need it and you can choose not to. Many BA find that they can be comfortable taking less than what is prescribed for pain but you have the option of taking them when necessary. Ask your surgeon if you have any questions specific to your medications or recovery so that they can advise you.All the best

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD · Answer

Thank you very much for your
question, as it is a good one. There is no need to take muscle relaxers or
additional pain medications, if you do not feel that you need them. Some
doctors do not prescribe muscle relaxers after a breast augmentation, although this
is strictly up to the operating surgeon. If you have any further concerns, I
recommend reaching out to your operating surgeon. Congratulations on your
breast augmentation and best of luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear missxela,you don't have to take them but most plastic surgeons recommend muscle relaxers to reduce the muscle spasm in the early period after surgery. I would suggest you to follow your surgeon's instructions. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.The muscle relaxers may help more with the discomfort from muscle spasms. You do not have to take any of the medication, but they are recommended. Depending on the type of muscle relaxer, it may make you a little sleepy.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

are used for specific situations and can certainly be refused if you do not wish to accept the risks of interacting with your narcotics.  So you do not have to take them but in some situations, you may find it beneficial.

Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is not absolutely necessary for you to take a muscle relaxer following surgery although it will alleviate discomfort and can assist in helping the muscle relax which will help the implants settle into the breast pocket. Please discuss with your surgeon as everyone's protocol is different.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

They are prescribed for your comfort. If you do not wish to take them, then don't. You might consider trying a half of pill if you need them.

David A. Sieber, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for the great question and congratulations on surgery. You don' have to take the muscle relaxers if you don't need them. I don't even prescribe them to my patients after surgery. Giving them to patients it more of a surgeon preference. Best of luck and I hope you love your results!~Dr. Sieber

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Do I have to take muscle relaxers?

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