I forgot to ask my doctor, is it ok to continue taking my Ativan (for anxiety) as needed up until the surgery date?

Hello. Great question. I will suggest contacting your surgeon directly. Every surgeon has their own pre op protocols. 

Thanks for your inquiry, if it has been prescribed by your doctors should not be a problem till the day before surgery,  I would advise you to discuss with your surgeon as well.  Good Luck.

Dear  Momma on a Mission,every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
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Thank you for your question.  It is best to inform your plastic surgeon about all prescribed medications, as well as those over the counter, that you are taking.  The Ativan should not be a problem but discuss this with your surgeon.  Best wishes.   

Thanks for your question Momma on a Mission!  Ativan is a common medication for anxiety and one that is not usually discontinued in the perioperative period.  The medication can effect other medications used for anesthesia and it's always important to discuss a complete medication list with your surgeon and/or anesthesia provider before surgery.  Because every surgeon approaches their preoperative protocol differently, I would suggest contacting your surgeon to make sure.  
Congrats on your upcoming procedure and best of luck to you!

Dr. Max

It should be ok for you to continue to take this medication.  However I recommend discussing it with your doctor.  It is important that your surgeon know all prescription, over the counter, and supplements that you take.  This is for your safety during and after surgery.