Is zinc one of the supplements that needs to be stopped prior to injections?

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I know fish oil, vitamin e, ibuprofen and a list of other things are recommended to be stopped up to 2 weeks before fillers. Is zinc one of these things that increase bruising and swelling?

Hooman Khorasani, MD · Answer

No need to stop the zinc!  You can continue this supplement.  Hope this helps.  Be well and please see an expert.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

No, zinc is fine and won't lead to more bleeding. In fact, there are some studies suggesting that you might get more longevity of Botox if you take supplemental zinc. Zytaze was the studied form of Zinc - see link.

Paul B. Johnson, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Zinc does not need to be stopped before injection with fillers.  An in-person consultation with an experienced injector can help provide more information.

Raj Singh, MD · Answer

Its is not required to stop Zinc supplements before injection therapy. Zinc does not play any role in clotting cascade.

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

To my knowledge, zinc is not a blood thinning supplement and it should not increase your risk of bruising. The others on your list would and so I would stop them.

Is zinc one of the supplements that needs to be stopped prior to injections?

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Answer: Zinc does not affect the clotting system

Answer: Zinc does not affect the clotting system

Answer: Stopping supplements prior to injectable filler treatment

Answer: Stopping supplements prior to injectable filler treatment

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Is zinc one of the supplements that needs to be stopped prior to injections?

Answers (8)

Answer: Zinc does not affect the clotting system

Answer: Zinc does not affect the clotting system

Answer: Stopping supplements prior to injectable filler treatment

Answer: Stopping supplements prior to injectable filler treatment

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