Can you take antihistamines before and after liposuction?

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I have allergies and anaphylaxis to an unknown trigger. I take daily antihistamines (over the counter) to prevent anaphylaxis and treat my seasonal allergies. Is it okay to continue on the antihistamines or will it cause a problem with the procedure? (before and after?)

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Dear ReallyRealGal, thanks for sharing your concerns, in my opinion this would not be a problem, every plastic surgeon has his own pre and postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear ReallyRealGal,
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

Leonard Grossman, MD · Answer

Using antihistamines to treat allergies before and after liposuction should not be a problem whatsoever. Simply make sure that your operating surgeon is aware of this situation. I hope this helps and good luck from New York City Plastic Surgery

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Patients should review other medications with their surgeon during a proper consultation.
Any concerns by either the patient or surgeon will be brought up at that time.
I suggest you discuss your question with your provider. Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

Randy Dean, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Antihistamines usually do not interfere with performance of an elective surgical procedure. However, anaphylaxis represents a severe life-threatening allergic reaction. As you have already suffered an episode and the trigger is unknown, preoperative medical clearance will be required to ensure the safety of the procedure, which may require performance as an outpatient procedure in a hospital setting. Your allergist or primary care physician must be made aware of the upcoming procedure. 
Best wishes...

Can you take antihistamines before and after liposuction?

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Can you take antihistamines before and after liposuction?

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Answer: Medications and surgery

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Answer: Will a history of an anaphylaxic reaction to unknown substance contraindicate performance of liposuction?

Answer: Will a history of an anaphylaxic reaction to unknown substance contraindicate performance of liposuction?

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