Can I go ahead with my surgery after taking pre op meds?

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i forgot myself and took pepto bismol last night. My mini face lift, neck lift and lip lift appreciate scheduled in 19 days. i have not had any aspirin or ibuprofen product since May. I do not smoke and cut out the alcohol three weeks prior. Please let me know is am worried this will add to bruising!

Reza Momeni, MD, FACS · Answer

In our practice, Pepto-Bismol is not one of the medications we warn our patients against before neck lift.  If you're concerned, check with your surgeon's office.

Shlomo Widder, MD · Answer

Dear Mhurd,   Sorry for your panic attack, but you can relax. In my 28 years of plastic surgery practice,   I provide the patients with a diet sheet to follow 2 weeks before surgery. The list includes all the medication, supplements and foods that can interfere with the good outcome of surgery or complicate the anesthesia. So, since you took it 19 days before surgery, you are well within the safety time period before surgery. Always, consult with experienced board certified plastic surgeons who operate in accredited surgery center for your safety.                                Best of luck,                                                 Dr Widder

David A. Caplin, MD · Answer

Pepto Bismol should not pose a problem with your surgery in 19 days.  Most likely your surgeon provided you with a list of medications to avoid.  This is most critical in the 14 day period before your surgery and for a period of time after surgery as well.  If you have any question check with your surgeon.

Gustavo A. Diaz, MD · Answer

Taking Pepto-Bismol 19 days before surgery should not be a problem. Remember that Pepto has aspirin on it, so you should not be taking it 2 weeks before surgery.Hope this helps,Dr. Gus Diaz,Double Board Certified in Facial Plastic Surgery

William Portuese, MD · Answer

Pepto-Bismol should not have any negative effects concerning a facelift in 2 weeks. Best always follow  Your physician's directions.

Can I go ahead with my surgery after taking pre op meds?

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