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Cosmetic Surgery (Expert Forum)
Rhinoplasty and Current Medications
Answered by
Howard Rosenberg, MD - Cosmetic Surgery
Accent on Aesthetics Plastic Surgery Medical Center
Questions in the Cosmetic Surgery forum are answered by Dr. Howard Rosenberg. Topics include bariatric surgery reconstruction, breast augmentation, chemical peels, cosmetic or reconstructive surgery, face lift, nose reconstruction, and tummy tucks.
Rhinoplasty and Current Medications
by llovette, May 21, 2007 12:00AM
I am having rhinoplasty in 3 weeks and I am concerned about the medicine I am currently on affecting my surgery. My surgeon is aware of the medication but has not voice any concern and I know if I need to go off of it then i need to do it now. I have been on Effexor for a little over a year for general anxiety. I read some articles that stated it could cause excess bleeding after surgery and discontinue use for atleast 2 weeks before and after surgery.
Can you let me know how Effexor will affect my surgery? I am currently taking 150 mg once a day. Do I need to go off the medication before surgery?
Can you let me know how Effexor will affect my surgery? I am currently taking 150 mg once a day. Do I need to go off the medication before surgery?
Doctor's Answer
by Howard Rosenberg, MD, May 24, 2007 12:00AM
, May 24, 2007 12:00AM
