Can you be on fluoxetine and have local anesthesia?

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I want to have my implants out under local but I really need to be on fluoxetine for my panic attacks.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It's important to discuss all medications that you take including prescription, over the counter, and supplements with your surgeon.  This is for your safety.  Though it may be possible to continue your fluoxetine and still receive local anesthesia, it is important that your surgeon is aware.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.A quick drug interaction search shows no drug interactions between fluoxetine and topical anesthetics such as lidocaine or marcaine. So if it is just straight local anesthesia, you should be safe to take your medication as you normally do and proceed. If you are going to be getting other oral medications for sedation for the procedure, then you would need to ask the MD administering those medications if there are any interactions with your other medications.Hope this helps!

Carmen Kavali, MD · Answer

Yes, you can be taking fluoxetine and have local anesthesia safely.  Be sure your surgeon is aware of all medications you are taking, both prescription and over-the-counter.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, you should be able to stay on your medication prior, during, and after surgery. Do let your surgeon know all the medications and supplements you take.

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