Almost ready for my Lipo, TT & BBL. Is it OK if I am taking Phentermine pills and a shot of lipotropic?

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I'm having my surgery in April. I'm getting ready for lipo,TT &BBL I need to lose about 10 pounds before my surgery. I'm doing everything I can. I'm eating healthy and exercising but I'm also taking Phentermine pills and a shot of lipotropic.  Are those pills and shots are going to affect me in any way ?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

you need to consult your physician. I have many patients of mine on weight loss medications, hormones, and peptides before and after surgery.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Taking phentermine before and after your BBL, TT, and lipo is something you need to clear with your plastic surgeon. Be sure to discuss all medications you are taking with your board certified plastic surgeon as you may need to stop the pills and shot weeks before the surgery.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Lovemyfam,
every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

Hello!
Last minute weight drop prior to surgery is not recommended as it can throw off a healthy nutritional status. Phentermine should ideally be stopped at least 2 weeks prior to surgery as it can increase your heart rate. I am not sure what Lipotropic is? B-12 injection?
Best of luck to you!

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

This is something you need to discuss with your plastic surgeon. Please contact him or her and ask what their thoughts are.

Posting on realself  is a poor substitute for having in person consultations, proper preop visits or in person postop visits.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

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