Is it dangerous to take clen a few weeks before opperation?

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Hi, I'm having a breast augmentation end of January and have currently been taking clenbutetol for weight loss. Will it be dangerous for me to go under the knife with this in my system ?

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

I would advise you to stop taking the medication immediately and speak with your surgeon as to whether or not his will impact your scheduled augmentation. Best, Dr. Nazarian

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

I would stop clenbuterol prior to surgery and would not restart it.  It is not approved in the United States.  There are many other better safer weight loss options.  Good luck!

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

This drug is not approved in the USA. There are side effects that can render anesthesia more risky than necessary -  bronchospasm, high blood pressure, rapid heart rate.  Best to stop taking it as soon as possible.

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 breast surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr Schwartz

Robert S. Houser, DO · Answer

That's why it's not legal in the US!  It can have serious effects on both your heart and lungs.  Stop taking it now.  Unfortunately, there is no magic pill for weight loss.  90% of weight loss is in what you eat.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for your question and provided information as well. I recommend you to talk about this with your plastic surgeon.

Is it dangerous to take clen a few weeks before opperation?

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