Tylenol 3 for FUE?

Question

I'm having FUE in March, and the doctor said he would prescribe Tylenol 3 only. I asked him if he could prescribe Percocet, and he said it's too strong. What happens if, during the procedure, the pain threshold is high? Can I take two Tylenol 3 pills instead of just one Tylenol 3 pill? Can I also take an Aleve with the Tylenol 3 pill if I still experience pain? I'm worried about the pain part.

Jae Pak, MD · Answer

It is best to ask your surgeon about post operative care as each doctor has their unique regimen.  Percocet requires a hand written prescription. It is up to the doctor's discretion on what medications are prescribed.

Emrah Cinik, MD · Answer

If you are afraid of pain and looking for a solution,  you can look up to needle free method. By using that method you will not feel any pain during your hair transplant operation.

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

For FUE patients, usually plain Tylenol alternated with something like ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) is enough to control pain.  In fact, a recent study showed that people who suffered broken arms and legs did just as well with Tylenol/ibuprofen as they did with narcotics.

Cory Torgerson, MD, PhD, FRCSC - Account Suspended · Answer

The pain from an FUE hair transplant is fairly minimal. Tylenol 3 should work just fine. Follow the instructions provided from the doctor and you will be just fine.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

The FUE procedure should be a painless surgery and very few patiens complain of pain after the FUE and rarely take the pain medicaitons that I give them

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