Can I take a xanax the morning of my surgery?

Question

i am getting a breast reduction tomorrow morning and i suffer from severe general anxiety and get really severe nausea in situations like this. So i just had to take a xanax so i wouldn't have a panic attack. So what I'm asking is it safe for me to take a xanax at like 6am tomorrow if my surgery is at like 8? Would it affect me going under?

Jose M. Soler-Baillo, MD, MS · Answer

Thanks for the question. I recommend asking your surgeon and anesthesiologist before taking any medications this close to surgery day.All the best,Dr. ResultsMiami, FL

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

Let your surgeon and anesthesiologist know what you would like to do and get their advice. It is always best to discuss any medications with the doctors who are treating you. Good luck!

Robert F. Centeno, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Without your medical history it would be inappropriate to make a recommendation about this type of medication.  Discuss this matter with your surgeon.  Best wishes.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I think that you should discus all medications with your surgeon and anesthesiologist before considering taking one.

Patrick L. Basile, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I routinely have patients take medication the morning of surgery, but before you do that you should call the anesthesia provider who will be at your surgery. They can review the protocol of when and if you can take any medication prior to surgery.

Can I take a xanax the morning of my surgery?

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