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Well before surgery (at least 2 weeks), you should discuss this question with your doctor. He/she will go through your list of medication and tell you what to take and what to put on hold. In any case, all medication that increases bleeding, such as aspirine (though more and more surgeons no longer stop this) and marcumar, are stopped 10 days before surgery. Some drugs for Diabetes are also put on hold. It also depends on the kind of surgery you are having, and on the reason you are taking the drugs in the first place. You should always discuss this matter with your physician at least 2 weeks before surgery.
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∙ 10y agoI am NPO at midnight for surgery next day, seizure meds are to be taken 2 hours prior in jello or small amount of water, how can this be when I am NPO?
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What medications are orchiectomy patients asked to discontinue prior to surgery?
They are asked to discontinue aspirin-based medications for a week before surgery and all non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) two days before the procedure.
What medications must a candidate for otoplasty stop taking before surgery?
Patients are usually advised to discontinue taking aspirin and any other medications that thin the blood for two weeks prior to surgery.
What over the counter pain medicine with sleep aid can you take the night before surgery?
You should never take any medications before a surgery without checking with your doctor
Can you take Viagra before surgery?
Viagra, also known as Sildenafil is a hypertensive medication. Normally patients are told that a small sip of water with their important medications before surgery is fine.
What is anaesthetic triad?
An anesthetic triad is a combination of medications to control pain from before surgery to after surgery. It consists of pre-anesthetic medication, the anesthetics used during surgery and the post-operative medication.
What preparations are required with plastic surgery?
Preparation for nonemergency plastic or reconstructive surgery includes individual education.medical considerations.avoid using aspirin or medications containing aspirin for a week to two weeks before surgery.
Are there medications to treat retinitis pigmentosa?
There are no medications or surgery to treat RP.
What medical history disclosure is required before having cataract surgery?
You cataract surgeon will do a consultaion before your surgery. They will ask a lot of medical and health history questions. It is important to let doctors and surgeons know what diseases you have and all medications you take prior to surgery.
Is it safe to have ankle surgery during pregnancy?
You should be safe but notify all doctors, nurses, etc. that you are pregnant. Especially before any X-Rays or before the anesthesiologist puts any medications into your IV. You should do this before your surgery is scheduled.
What is the treatment for multi nodular goitre?
There are only 2 different treatments option for this condition. You can either undergo surgery or you can try several different medications before having surgery.
What do preoperative instructions include?
information about reserving blood products for surgery.taking or discontinuing medications before the surgery.eating and drinking before surgery.limiting activities before surgery.preparing items to bring to the hospital the day of surgery.
What are the types of surgery for cholesterol?
There are no types of surgery for high cholesterol, but there are drug medications that may help.
