Tachycardia - will pre-op Clonidine decrease the chances of this happening during the liposuction procedure?

March 24, 2022
Asked By:100pcntwoman in Charlotte, North Carolina

Hi. I have had issues with inappropriate sinus tachycardia in the past. I've experienced fast heart rate with pilocaine given for neck stiffness and some OTC meds (with pseudoephedrine, benadryl). Will pre-op Clonidine decrease the chances of this happening during the lipo procedure? Thank you.

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March 25, 2022

Answer: Clonidine

March 25, 2022

Answer: Clonidine

March 26, 2022

Answer: Tachycardia and Liposuction

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