Can I take a Valium a few days before my mommy makeover surgery?

Thanks for a great question.  Your anxiety and nervousness is very common with patients that have upcoming surgeries.  I would recommend you call your Plastic Surgeon and ask for his/her advice regarding taking the Valium or they may recommend a different medication.  It is important to discuss any medications, supplements, and vitamins that you take with your surgeon to make sure there aren't any interactions with the prescriptions you will be taking after surgery.

Thanks for your question.  It is normal to feel some anxiety before any surgery.  It is probably fine to take half a valium to calm your anxiety, but please check with your doctors before doing so.  I assume you have done your research and chosen a well qualified board certified plastic surgeon to perform your procedure, which should help ease your nerves a bit.  Judging from the high satisfaction rating that Mommy Makeovers enjoy on RealSelf, you can be reassured that you will be happy with your results.  Best of luck to you.  

Prescription and over the counter #medication use are not a matters that  surgeons or physicians than your own can advise on, without seeing you in-person or knowing your #medical history and surgical details. Therefore, its best to ask your surgeon this and about any additional medication use you have concerns about.

My answer would likely be yes. I don't see a problem with half a Valium to calm your nerves.  However, I would definitely recommend checking with your plastic surgeon prior to doing so.  I'm sure you have chosen your surgeon because you are comfortable with him and confident in his work.  Just relax and have trust in him.  I'm sure you will do great.  Best of luck!

Valium alone is a pretty safe med that is commonly taken around the surgical time but it's always best to check with your surgeon prior to taking any meds leading up to your procedure 

Thanks for your inquiry.  I recommend that you discuss taking the Valium with your surgeon, if you were my patient it would be okay, but remember you cannot drive or operate heavy machinery, etc while on the medicine.  

This can be a wonderful drug for many patients to relieve some anxiety prior to surgery. You can certainly start by taking one half of a pill and assessing how much it helps. If you're surgeon prescribed one pill, then it is probably very safe to take this, even a number of days before surgery, to relieve the normal anxiety of going into surgery.

I routinely provide 2 days of Valium before surgery at night.  Anxiety and excitement combined can keep you from getting the rest you need. Anxiety can increase your perception of pain, so check with your doctor and see if they will allow you to take this before surgery. 

I appreciate your question.



I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective pre op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you will be healing following surgery.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz



Board Certified Plastic Surgeon



#RealSelf100Surgeon

Thank you for your question.  It is always best to fist speak with your operating surgeon as every surgeon has their own unique set of pre operative and post operative instructions.  Typically speaking, taking a Valium for anxiety prior to surgery should not be a problem, but again it is best to discuss this with your surgeon.With kind regards,Lane F. Smith, M.D., F.A.A.C.S., F.A.O.H.N.S., F.A.B.F.P.R.S.Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon