How long do I need to stop medication before surgery?

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Hi I plan to have chin lipo done *I won't be using general anesthesia * I do take adderall for my ADHD along with prescription medication for chronic migraines (both are low doses) How long before surgery will I need to stop? Or will it be if an importantance

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

In my practice the medications you mention do not have to the amended in anticipation of liposuction of the chin and neck. This is done with local anesthesia. Nevertheless, these meds need to be reported to your surgeon.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

You should inform your surgeon of all the medications you are taking.  He or she will then be able to let you know which medications you need to stop and when.

William Portuese, MD · Answer

It is best to check with  your operative surgeon on what medications/ or herbal supplements the office  prefers you to stop taking 2 weeks before the surgery. In our practice we give the list of medications to avoid  3 weeks before the surgery at the time of the preoperative consultation.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

If you were my patient, I would have you continue your medications as usual.I would not want to see you have headaches or mood changes after your surgery.We generally ask patients to avoid using ibuprofen, aspirin, Aleve, etc., prior to surgery.You should definitely review these types of medical questions with your surgeon.Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.

Lynn D. Derby, MD (retired) · Answer

Some migraine medications are OK to take before surgery and some are not.  Fiorinol contains aspirin, which can cause excess bruising.  Medications containing NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen can also cause excess bruising.  I would not expect Imitrex or Adderall to be a problem.  It's best to check with your doctor to see what he/she recommends.

How long do I need to stop medication before surgery?

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