Phentermine? Is it recommended to stop taking it before a mommy makeover?

Phentermine should be stopped before surgery. You should discuss any medications you are taking with your doctor prior to your surgery as sometimes instructions are different for each surgeon. Best wishes on your upcoming surgery.

Yes, you'll need to stop the medicine for at least 4 weeks or longer depending upon your anesthesiologists recommendations.

Phentermine should be discontinued before elective cosmetic surgery. The presence of the drug systemically can make management of blood pressure difficult for the anesthesiologist.Cessation several weeks prior to the operation is generally recommended.

In our practice it is all
about patient safety. Since there could be life threatening issues with the
possible interaction with phentermine along with anesthesia medications we ask
our patients to stop the use of phentermine at least four weeks before their
scheduled procedure. My
best to you. –Dr. Coan

I tell all my patients to stop this medication to remix before surgery as it can make one's blood pressure very erratic during anesthesia. It's all about patient safety