Can I still have a BBL under general anesthesia if I am prescribed and taking methadone?

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I am currently prescribed 40-60mg of methadone daily. I am considering a BBL under general anesthesia, but I am worried that the methadone will affect the general anesthesia. Obviously if I do so I plan to disclose this to the doctor/anesthesiologist so that they can allow for it when administering the anesthesia. Does anyone have experience with this? Is it still possible for me to undergo anesthesia and surgery while taking methadone?

Moises Salama, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.We have done methadone patients in the past. It is important to disclose your previous drug history with your surgeon and anesthesiologist. This way we can achieve adequate pain control mainly during the post-operative period in the recovery unit due to narcotics/methadone interactions. Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.Take care,Moises Salama M.D., Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

David Shifrin, MD · Answer

Hi congrats on taking methadone to treat your dependency. Keep it up and keep weening off slowly over time. I have operated on a number of patients on methadone and while it needs special attention in the postoperative period for pain control and manageable. You will have to prediscuss with your surgeon and anesthesiologist and pain doctor. With a solid plan in place it’s  a go in my practice.Best

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Your PS and your pain management specialist will need to be cognizant of your methadone treatment so that they can plan, and administer your medications during and after surgery without resorting to narcotics.   The responsibility for pain management after the surgery should be carefully monitored by your methadone doctor and PS.  The methadone doctor should make recommendations about a protocol to follow for pain after surgery.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

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