Can I take Advil after a mommy makeover?

Every PS will have a different answer to this question so check with your plastic surgeon!  I typically allow patients to take advil or motrin 5-7 days after surgery (after their first postoperative visit).    

Thank you for your question. Typically, NSAIDs are to be avoided 2 weeks post procedure. I would allow Tylenol if the narcotics are no longer needed for surgical discomfort. Speak with your board certified plastic surgeon for personalized post op instructions and recommendations.

Prescription and over the counter #medication use are not a matters that  surgeons or physicians than your own can advise on, without seeing you in-person or knowing your #medical history and surgical details. Therefore, its best to ask your surgeon this and about any additional medication use you have concerns about. 

I appreciate your question.



I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.



The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.



Best of luck!



Dr. Schwartz



Board Certified Plastic Surgeon



#RealSelf100Surgeon

Thank you for your question.  As each surgeon has their own unique set of post operative instructions, it is always best to consult with your surgeon first.  That being said, in our practice we advise patients to avoid taking any blood thinning agents, such as seafood, ibuprofen, aspirin, advil, etc for a minimum of 2-3 weeks post surgery.With kind regards, Lane F. Smith, M.D., F.A.A.C.S., F.A.O.H.N.S., F.A.B.F.P.R.S. Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

Would need more medical information about you to be able to answer this better. In general it should be fine for you to take advil in the absence of other concerns, but this is an easy one to pick up the phone and ask your surgeons office.  Usually there is a medical assistant that can help with this because they will likely have a specific game plan just for you.  Hope this helps. 

It depends on the other medications you are taking, so you will need to check with your surgeon. If for instance you are on lovenox for DVT prophylaxis, I would avoid Advil until you are off of that medication. However if you are not on any anticoagulant, it is safe to take Advil after the first day. Tylenol is safe to take even if you are on an anticoagulant.

This is something you should check with your surgeon about. For my patients, I want them to avoid all blood thinners (including Advil) for 2 weeks before and two weeks after surgery. However, Tylenol is allowed. Good luck.

Hello and thank you for reaching out. I suggest that my patients wait until at least two weeks after their surgery to resume ibuprofen use. Using anytime of OTC ibuprofen, aspirin, etc could make you tend to bruise more and increase your risk of a hematoma following your procedure. Follow up with your surgeon to see their specific instructions. Best Wishes. 

It is best to talk with your doctor before taking any medications that weren't prescribed and discussed prior to surgery.  Advil, and medications similar to it in the NSAID family, can lead to bleeding if not used appropriately.  It is best to discuss any new medications or supplements with your surgeon as he/she is most aware of the details of your surgery and how you are progressing through recovery.