Can I take amoxicillin within a few days before surgery?

Great question!  Although amoxicillin is okay to take before surgery, what is more important is that you feel sick.  If you are sick, this can interfere with your anesthesia and potentially make it unsafe to perform surgery.  There could be an underlying lung issue that could affect your breathing during the procedure.  Therefore, I would highly recommend that you contact your surgeon and anesthesiologist to discuss your symptoms.Best of luck,Dr. Roger Tsai  @DrRogerTsai

Every doctor has his or her own set of rules.  I recommend an in-office examination as well as a detailed discussion with a surgeon who you are comfortable with.   Finally, make sure your surgeon is a Double-Board Certified Plastic Surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS), a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS).Best,Dr. DesaiBeverly Hills Institute for Aesthetic Plastic SurgeryHarvard Educated, Beverly Hills & Miami Beach TrainedDouble Board-Certified Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

Generally taking an antibiotic before surgery is not a problem.  What is more concerning is if you presenting with symptoms of an infection.  Cosmetic surgery is elective and patients should be healthy before proceeding with surgery.  Call your Plastic Surgeon and share your symptoms to get their advice.  Good luck.

Generally speaking, elective surgeries can be postponed due to mild illnesses like a sore throat. This is due to the fact that an immune system that is compromised because of active infection which may make post surgical complication more likely to occur.
A sore throat may cause surgeons to postpone procedures for the following reasons:
-Higher chance of infection: You are more vulnerable to throat and lung infections when your immune system is compromised, and these infections can result in problems like pneumonia or wound infections.
-Healing that is delayed: Frequently, a painful throat is a sign of an underlying infection, which can cause healing to proceed more slowly.
-Risk of problems from anesthesia increased: Some individuals may be more susceptible to anesthetic when they are not feeling well, which might raise the possibility of issues during surgery.
About Amoxicillin, It's widely accepted that taking amoxicillin a few days before to surgery is safe. It can be used to treat infections and avoid consequences, particularly if you are at high risk or have a history of infections.
Although allergic reactions and side effects are uncommon with amoxicillin, they should always be taken into consideration when using any prescription. Amoxicillin can help prevent infections at the surgical site, lowering the risk of problems and promoting recovery.
In summary, It's crucial to speak with your surgeon to see if delaying surgery is warranted due to a sore throat. After evaluating your situation, they will be able to decide what to do given your unique set of circumstances.
Hope this was helpful!
Best wishes
Dr Ali Sajjadian (TRIPLE Board Certified Plastic Surgeon)

You are planning to have elective cosmetic surgery. To achieve the best outcome, you should be in good health. A sore throat may indicate a bacterial or viral infection. I would recommend postponing your surgery for two weeks, so that you are in optimal health. Notify your surgeon of illness.

The medication is safe to take before surgery, but if you have any active infection, you should not have breast augmentation until it is fully cleared. If you are on antibiotics 4 days before surgery, your surgery will likely have to be rescheduled. Implants are a foreign body, and should not be placed during an active infection. The concern here is not you feeling sick during recovery, but rather if the operation should be done at all at this time. I see you posted this 4 days ago, so hopefully you disclosed this information to your surgeon before surgery. It is also difficult to have a cold if recovering from nasal surgery, and another reason it may be safer to reschedule.

Thank you for your question. Please speak to your plastic surgeon about your concerns and your symptoms before your procedure. 

Thanks for your question. Amoxicillin should be safe to take before your surgery. That being said, it is important that you are infection free prior to an elective operation under general anesthesia (especially with placement of implants). I recommend that you contact your surgeon to discuss your recent sore throat symptoms and the risks and benefits of proceeding. Best of luck.

You should speak directly with you surgeon. It is very important for them to know that you are feeling ill. If they think it is necessary medication will be prescribed to you. Thank you for your question and  best wishes during your healing process. 

Dear DesiBK13,most plastic surgeons use antibiotics for prophylaxis. It would be the best to let your plastic surgeon know about your sore throat. Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery