You should stop aspirin or any other anticoagulants at least 5 days prior to surgery. Your surgeon should instruct you specifically when to stop it though.
Naproxen (Aleve) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.This type of drug can increase the risk of bleeding and should not be taken before surgery. Ideally you should stop this medication 24 hours before your surgery date.
Smokers should stop or cut back on smoking prior to surgery.
Patients taking blood thinners also must check with their physician to find out when they should stop taking the medication before surgery.
If children are permitted clear liquids on the day of outpatient surgery, parents will be told when the child must stop taking them.
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Patients are usually advised to discontinue taking aspirin and any other medications that thin the blood for two weeks prior to surgery.
They say before a surgery you are supposed to eat 10 bananas you should stop listening to stupid doctors who have no clue on what they are talking about.
You should go to the BEST source of medical information- your doctor.
Always consult your surgeon or surgeon's nurse PRIOR to taking any medication, prescription or otherwise. Most surgeons recommend stopping meds at least 7 days prior to surgery; however, depending upon the type of surgery to be performed and the necessity of taking the medication you are requesting your doc may advise you to continue your medication.
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Generally, water consumption should stop around 8 o'clock the night before surgery is scheduled, but consult with your vet to be sure.