Hi, I am getting my breast augmentation done in 4 weeks time and I'm getting really worried about the anesthetic. Will antidepressants effect the anesthetic? Really appreciate your answers. Thankyou
Answer: General anesthesia and antidepressants It's important to discuss your current medications with your surgeon pre-operatively. Certain antidepressants may interact with or affect the metabolism of general anesthetic agents. Discontinuing antidepressants is not recommended however without first consulting your health care professional; this could lead to withdrawal or discontinuation syndromes with significant medical risks. If your surgeon has any concerns regarding your specific medications, s/he may have you see your anesthetist in consultation before surgery to ensure you are medically optimized.Best, Stephanie Power MD, FRCSC
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CONTACT NOW Answer: General anesthesia and antidepressants It's important to discuss your current medications with your surgeon pre-operatively. Certain antidepressants may interact with or affect the metabolism of general anesthetic agents. Discontinuing antidepressants is not recommended however without first consulting your health care professional; this could lead to withdrawal or discontinuation syndromes with significant medical risks. If your surgeon has any concerns regarding your specific medications, s/he may have you see your anesthetist in consultation before surgery to ensure you are medically optimized.Best, Stephanie Power MD, FRCSC
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CONTACT NOW Answer: If I’m taking antidepressants, can I still go through with breast implant surgery? Good question. Being on an antidepressant is not a contraindication to undergoing
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January 21, 2015
Answer: Can I have anesthetic while on antidepresents ? Many patients who are on anti-depressants undergo anesthesia, you should provide your chosen plastic surgeon with your current medications. Best of luck.
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Answer: Can I have anesthetic while on antidepresents ? Many patients who are on anti-depressants undergo anesthesia, you should provide your chosen plastic surgeon with your current medications. Best of luck.
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Answer: General anesthesia and antidepressants Make sure you tell your surgeon and anesthesia provider that you are on anti-depressants prior to surgery. It is generally NOT recommended that you discontinue use of your anti-depressants prior to surgery but it's always good for the operating surgeon and anesthesiologist to know your complete medical history and medication use. Good luck!
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Answer: General anesthesia and antidepressants Make sure you tell your surgeon and anesthesia provider that you are on anti-depressants prior to surgery. It is generally NOT recommended that you discontinue use of your anti-depressants prior to surgery but it's always good for the operating surgeon and anesthesiologist to know your complete medical history and medication use. Good luck!
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January 21, 2015
Answer: Anti-depressants and surgery - #plasticsurgery By some estimates, approximately 20% of plastic surgery patients take antidepressants. I am not sure that reflects my patient population, but the drug class is not uncommon. You should discuss your concerns with your surgeon as well as his or her anesthetist.
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January 21, 2015
Answer: Anti-depressants and surgery - #plasticsurgery By some estimates, approximately 20% of plastic surgery patients take antidepressants. I am not sure that reflects my patient population, but the drug class is not uncommon. You should discuss your concerns with your surgeon as well as his or her anesthetist.
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