Will certain medication make me bruise more after getting fillers, such as Juvederm?

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I am getting juvederm filler in my chin in 4 days. My ENT started me on antibiotics and prednisone for a sinus infection. Will these meds make me bruise more after?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

No, these are unlikely to increase bruising, but I recommend waiting until your infection clears. I also recommend injections with cannulas to limit bruising. Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

No, these medications shouldn't increase bruising. I use cannulas to limit bruising. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Andrew Campbell, MD · Answer

There are certain medications that can cause increased bruising such as ibuprofen, ginko biloba among other herbal supplements, and obviously blood thinners like coumadin. Antibiotics and prednisone should not make you bruise more. Considering you are on antibiotics, I don't see why you can't get injected as long as you don't have any acute symptoms in the area, such as tenderness or swelling.Andrew Campbell, M.D.Facial Rejuvenation SpecialistQuintessa Aesthetic Centers

Catherine Winslow, MD · Answer

Hello! You should wait until your infection clears before getting filler but the medications you listed should not increase your risk of bruising. There are many over the counter meds that will, however, to include ibuprofen, advil, aspirin and supplements such as glucosamine, fish oil, etc. It is usually best to refrain from taking anything over the counter except tylenol for ten days prior to injection. Good luck!

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! I recommend you avoid avoid having treatment with filler until your sinus infection has resolved and you have finished your course of steroids and antibiotics. This will minimize risk of an infection after the filler treatment. Microcannulas can be used during the filler injection to minimize bruising and swelling from the treatment. Best of luck!

Jennifer Trent, MD, FAAD · Answer

You should wait until after your sinus infection is gone before getting fillers injected. Always seek treatment from a qualified physician.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

I recommend you avoid avoid having treatment with filler until your sinus infection has resolved and you have finished your course of steroids and antibiotics. This will minimize risk of an infection after the filler treatment. Microcannulas can be used during the filler injection to minimize bruising and swelling from the treatment.

Chicago Aesthetic Surgery Institute · Answer

Certain medications can increase bruising from injections, but not the ones you are currently taking. However, you should not be getting injections while you have an active infection.  Wait until you're infection has cleared before having any filler placed.  It's just not worth the risk.  Feel better soon!

Sarita Nair, MD · Answer

You may want to delay your treatment until you are feeling better, however those particular medications should not increase your bruising chances.

Daniel Park, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There are certain medications that may cause an increased risk of bruising and bleeding from a procedure, but are more likely to be NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, toradol, etc. Antibiotics and prednisone are unlikely to cause any significant bruising from your procedure, though it is generally advisable to avoid elective procedures while you have an active infection. You should discuss this with your provider prior to injection.

Will certain medication make me bruise more after getting fillers, such as Juvederm?

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