I just had my first PRP almost 50 days after my FUE operation.Should I take painkillers,antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs??

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My doctor has recommended me to consume a painkiller,anti-inflammatory drug and an antibiotic for three days.The thing is,I felt a considerable amount of pain and pricking during the procedure but right now I don't feel any sort of discomfort. I have also read that pain killers and other drugs reduce the efficiency of PRP.Should I take these drugs or not? I don't feel the need to take these though.

Ellen A. Mahony, MD · Answer

There really shouldn't be any need to take either.  In fact, NSAIDS can reduce the impact of PRP by inhibiting the inflammatory process which is essential to the function of platelets and healing.If pain is a concern in the future, applying a numbing cream to the area in advance of treatment can be beneficial.In good health,Ellen Mahony, MD

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

Antibiotics and pain killers should not be necessary following PRP treatment.Both swelling and pain,if present,should be transient and gone within 1-2 days.Ocassionally Tylenol can be helpful but check with your doctor.

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

I am unaware of pain medication reducing efficacy of PRP. However, I would avoid narcotics if you have no pain.

Richard E. Moore, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. If you are having no discomfort, I don't see a reason for taking a medication for pain. If one is needed, I would recommend acetaminophen (Tylenol). As for antibiotics, while I personally do not use them, this is up to the discretion of the administering physician.I hope this was helpful - Dr. Moore.

Jordan P. Sand, MD · Answer

Hi Muhammad Tayyab,
I don't typically prescribe these medications following PRP injections. If you are not having any  discomfort, then narcotic pain medications shouldn't be necessary. I would discuss your concerns with the physician that prescribed these medications.
Good luck!

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