Bromelain and Amica long term to combat "swell hell"?

These medications are largely anecdotal to decrease bruising.  I find it most beneficial to use about a week pre-op and then about 2 weeks post.  I almost exclusively use in facial procedures.  Your tummy should be okay with swelling assuming your drains are working, you avoid a high salt diet, and you follow the activity limitations.

I wish you the best on your tuck.

simply put there is little evidence as to the efficacy of these preparations. people who take them often feel there was some improvement but that is not "proof" per se. in my practice I use gentle technique with rest post op to minimize facial swelling and conversely early gentle ambulation/activity to stimulate lymphatic flow for body work. the preparations are not standardized and may actually have unanticipated effects. when in doubt keep it simple.