I've had a breast augmentation 24 hours ago. Is it safe to take Propranolol after surgery for anxiety?

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Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question...It is best to speak to your surgeon regarding any additional post op medications not given by the surgeon him/herself. Please speak with your surgeon.You can learn more on our social media (Instagram and Snapchat): @realdrsix.
  
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Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Every Surgeon has different post operative instructions of when to take medication after surgery. I would contact your board certified surgeon to answer this question.

Joyce C. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thanks so much for your question.  I would recommend contacting your surgeon to ask him/her about taking propranolol for anxiety, as he/she would know what other medications you may have had recently.  In addition to treating anxiety, propranolol is also used to treat fast heart rate and high blood pressure.  After surgery you may be dehydrated with lower blood pressure and possibly slow heart rate, so you need to make sure these things are checked before you take propranolol.  Hope this helps...best of luck!
Joyce C. Chen, MD, MPH, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear scrosss,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative 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

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Safe medications? Congratulations on your recent breast augmentation surgery! It sounds like you were a little anxious. Before taking any medications I would certainly ask you to check with your treating Dr. Your plastic surgeon will be able to give you advice and when you could start your medications again and also any vitamins and supplements you might be taking. Online advice is not a substitute for the relationship you have with your plastic surgeon. Have a wonderful day, Dr. Aldo

I've had a breast augmentation 24 hours ago. Is it safe to take Propranolol after surgery for anxiety?

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I've had a breast augmentation 24 hours ago. Is it safe to take Propranolol after surgery for anxiety?

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