Is it safe to take Naproxen for swelling in breast augmentation?

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I have prescribed naproxen for something else and I am just wondering if I can take these to help with the inflammation and swelling! I am 17 days post. Op

Jon Paul Trevisani, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question!  I would advise you to speak to your surgeon and discuss with him/her your concerns.  Best of luck to you!

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You need to ask your PS for clearance about naproxen. Usually I recommend not to take these type of meds for about 2 weeks. Good Luck

Douglas J. Raskin, MD (retired) · Answer

Greetings,The use of naproxen and other drugs in the NSAID family (i.e. motrin, aspirin and others) after breast enlargement surgery need to be cleared by your plastic surgeon.  The risk of bleeding is real since all of these drugs impair platelet function (clotting).I have not seen late bleeding in my patients and they are discouraged to use NSAID pain meds until after 3-4 weeks.Best Regards,

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