Hi, I stopped taking Saxenda a few weeks before my tummy tuck. I never thought to tell my surgeon I was on it, just seemed logical to stop before surgery. I realize now this was unfounded. I use it very successfully as an appetite suppressant. When can I resume taking injections, and should I still inject in my abdomen? I assume it would follow guidance given to a diabetic using Victoza if they were to have a Tummy tuck, but I can’t locate any information on that either. Thanks for any help!
Answer: When can I resume taking Saxenda? It is important for your health and safety that you discuss resuming all medications with your surgeon. He/She is most familiar with your medical history and how you've been progressing through recovery. It will likely be fine to resume the medicine four weeks post op, but your surgeon will be the best one to advise you.
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Answer: When can I resume taking Saxenda? It is important for your health and safety that you discuss resuming all medications with your surgeon. He/She is most familiar with your medical history and how you've been progressing through recovery. It will likely be fine to resume the medicine four weeks post op, but your surgeon will be the best one to advise you.
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October 28, 2019
Answer: Post op instructions Thank you for your question! I recommend discussing when to resume taking specific medications with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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October 28, 2019
Answer: Post op instructions Thank you for your question! I recommend discussing when to resume taking specific medications with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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April 27, 2019
Answer: I had a tummy tuck 4 weeks ago. When can I resume taking Saxenda? You need to discuss resumption of Saxenda injections with your PS. If you had reached your goal weight prior to the TT and maintained it for six months, you should not need an appetite suppressant. Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. You do not want to jeopardize the end results of your TT which you may not see for 3 to 6 months or impede wound healing. Now is the time to allow your body to heal by eating a well balanced healthy diet with 100 grams of protein a day and resuming exercise as your PS permits. Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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April 27, 2019
Answer: I had a tummy tuck 4 weeks ago. When can I resume taking Saxenda? You need to discuss resumption of Saxenda injections with your PS. If you had reached your goal weight prior to the TT and maintained it for six months, you should not need an appetite suppressant. Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. You do not want to jeopardize the end results of your TT which you may not see for 3 to 6 months or impede wound healing. Now is the time to allow your body to heal by eating a well balanced healthy diet with 100 grams of protein a day and resuming exercise as your PS permits. Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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May 1, 2019
Answer: Saxenda/diet medications post tummy tuck Thank you so much for submitting your question.
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May 1, 2019
Answer: Saxenda/diet medications post tummy tuck Thank you so much for submitting your question.
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April 27, 2019
Answer: Saxenda Jodie,You must first ask your surgeon for their opinion. I feel that after one month, resuming the injection would be fine as long as you continue a healthy diet and do NOT starve yourself or continue losing weight too rapidly. The body continues to heal for 6 months post abdominoplasty and it needs calories (good calories of course).Best of luck with your continued recovery.Dr T
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April 27, 2019
Answer: Saxenda Jodie,You must first ask your surgeon for their opinion. I feel that after one month, resuming the injection would be fine as long as you continue a healthy diet and do NOT starve yourself or continue losing weight too rapidly. The body continues to heal for 6 months post abdominoplasty and it needs calories (good calories of course).Best of luck with your continued recovery.Dr T
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