Can I take antihistamines or Singulair for allergies after a facelift? I'm 4 weeks out.

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I had a facelift (SMAS) 4 weeks ago tomorrow. It's a very bad allergy season, here in Texas. Are antihistamines or Singular for allergies used after surgery?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

There is no reason why you shouldn't be able to take those medications after a facelift.  If not sure, it's always best to speak to your surgeon's office rather than online

George Volpe, MD · Answer

In most cases, one can resume most medications a few days following surgery. By four weeks, healing is well on its way to being established and strong. Antihistamines should not play a significant role in the time it takes to heal if initiated at this point.

Marc DuPéré, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.I would definitively say to check with your plastic surgeon or his/her nurse.That being said, I do not see any issues at this point 4 weeks post facelift.Best regards.

Evan Ransom, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for the question. Yes, singulair and antihistamines are fine. These do not cause any significant increase in hematoma risk. However, you should review all medications with your surgeon. Take care!

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

No problem taking Singulair or antihistamines that are part of your regular regimen for treating allergies after a #SMASFacelift.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I would not see any problem with taking antihistamines or Singulair 4 weeks after a facelift, but I do think it is best to check with your particular surgeon since he or she has the most knowledge about you and your procedure.

Paul Lanfranchi, DO, FAOCOO · Answer

Assuming you had a normal recovery period, it is perfectly safe to take allergy medication.  Typically after a facelift it is important to watch what you ingest for the first two weeks postoperatively.  After two weeks it is typically safe to resume all medications, OTC meds, and even blood thinners (assuming you had a typical recovery).

Jacob D. Steiger, MD · Answer

There should be no issues taking these medications this far after your facelift surgery. In fact, we often have our patients take Benadryl after facelift with laser of they have any itching.That being said, it is always wise to ask the surgeon who performed your surgery first.

Gustavo A. Diaz, MD · Answer

It should be OK to take these medications 2 months after facelift surgery. Just in case, Always try to call first your surgeon to see if it is Ok to take them, but I regularly do not take my patients off their allergy medications.

Mark T. Boschert, MD · Answer

Yes, anti-histamines or Singulair which Is an anti leukotriene should be no problem after just about any surgery.Good luck!

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