Liposuction & GLP-1?

Hello,
Generally, you can begin taking it shortly after your procedure. Stopping the medication prior to the procedure is the most important. I suggest reaching out to your surgeon and seeing what they suggest you do.


-Dr. Joe

Typically this medication can be resumed shortly after your liposuction procedure, but it is essential to first discuss this with your plastic surgeon, as they will be able to provide personalized advice based on your specific circumstances.

I don’t have patients stop it for these procedures especially because it’s performed under local anesthesia. If everything is healing well and they want to start it, I give them the green light. Check with your surgeon.

I would contact your physician for his/her preference on restarting the medication. You do want to consume healthy and abundant calories during any post op healing course.

Dear mvasz89,
I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.It is best, however, that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice on post operative care management for a smooth and faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

This question is best answered by your surgeon who is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery. Typically you should be able to resume all prior medications at this point.

You can start your weight loss injections in just a few days after surgery if you are having no nausea from medications.