Stop Creatine before lipo?

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I'm getting lipo of the flanks and inner/outer thighs (I'm going under anesthesia). Should I stop taking creatine? My surgery is a couple days away.

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

In our practice, we don't have patients stop creatine before liposuction.  Of course you should ask your own surgeon about their recommendations.Best wishes,RM

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

creatine will not affect liposuction.  I suggest following all the preoperative instructions and best of luck with your surgery!!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I don't think taking creatine before elective liposuction will have any harm. Nevertheless this is something that you should check with your own surgeon.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

I do not think that taking creatine will influence your procedure but my advice is to consult that with your own plastic surgeon.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Creatine is a supplement and as such may have other products in it as well that can cause problems with surgery, besides the potential risks of the product itself. Best to stop it before surgery.  Good luck. Always best to ask your surgeon.

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