Phentermine is an appetite suppressant, not a blood thinner. You shoulddiscuss what medications, supplements, and vitamins you are taking, bothprescription and over the counter, with your plastic surgeon and have him orher decide what you should and should not be taking. Your surgeon should becertified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of theAmerican Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). It is important tofollow all pre and post-operative instructions.Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
It is very important to get clearance from your hematologist to be off blood thinners for 2 weeks before the surgery and 2 weeks after the surgery, to prevent a nose bleed situation. Your hematologist and your rhinoplasty surgeon should have discussions about the best care moving forward undergoing elective cosmetic surgery