What are the pros and cons, of these tummy tuck medications? Methylprednisolone 4mg - dose pack Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg

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What are they used for? What are the side effects or possible complications? I take a natural approach when it comes to dealing with illnesses and medications. I would like an honest answer if it is truly necessary for my recovery these meds, especially the steroid.

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I do not use steroids for tummy tuck. Doxycycline is an antibiotic sometimes used for prophylactic prevention of infection especially for the sake of drain.

Robert D. Wilcox, MD · Answer

Dear nini877,

I have not found methylprednisolone dose pack to be necessary in tummy tucks. Doxycycline is an antibiotic, and everyone has their own favorite choices. Personally, I prefer a different antibiotic called Keflex as most staph bacteria are resistant to doxycycline. That resistance profile, however, may be different in your community.

I hope this has been helpful.

Robert D. Wilcox, MD

Jon A. Perlman, MD (retired) · Answer

Personally I have never used nor seen the need for steroids with a tummy tuck.  I always use antibiotics (though not doxycycline) for a period of one week.  My preference is for the use of Keflex in non-allergic patients. Discuss your feelings with your surgeon of course.....and best wishes.

Jon A Perlman MD FACS

Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery

Extreme Makeover Surgeon ABC TV

Best of Los Angeles Award 2015, 2016

Beverly Hills, Ca

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