Post Surgical Pain Control after tummy tuck
Typically, I prescribe patients Percocet and encourage a laxitive postop. All oral narcotics, percocet included, can cause significant constipation. Constipation can not only be uncomfortable postop, but also dangerous. Straining can lead to blood pressure swings and muscle tension, which can cause complications.
Percocet is a combination of Oxycodone and acetaminophen (Tylenol). Percocet seems to be the preferred oral pain medication by my patients. Of course, any drug allergies are accounted for. Appropriate changes are always made accordingly.
Patients should not take Tylenol while taking Percocet at the same time, as there have been reported cases of Tylenol toxicity. Less often, patients with a history of severe pain intolerance, or a history of chronic pain will be encouraged to see a pain specialist prior to surgery.
Long acting local anesthetics, like Exparel, can help with postoperative pain control as well. Antiemetics, like Zofran, can help tremendously with postoperative nausea. Although there is no such thing as painless surgery, all efforts should be made for post surgical pain control.It is important to see a board certified plastic surgeon in order to maximize safety, comfort, and results. (Joshua Lampert, MD, Miami Plastic Surgeon)
Most common pain medication prescribed when having full tummy tuck
Most of us, as you will note below, use either a form of hydrocodone or oxycodone, similar drugs with slightly different strengths. In our office we use a pain pump for abdominoplasty patients that instills a local non-narcotic anesthetic. Whatever they use, most patients are weaning themselves off the narcotics and starting to use Ibuprofen after a few days. (Ronald V. DeMars, MD, Portland Plastic Surgeon)
Post- tummy tuck pain medications
I usually prescribe Hydrocodone based combinations like Vicodin, Norco, or Lortab. I also use pain pumps-might ask your plastic surgeon if he/she uses them – I think they make a huge difference in post-operative pain diminishment. (Vishnu Rumalla, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)
Pain Medication after Tummy Tuck and Liposuction
As explained by other surgeons, pain medication prescribed depends on the procedure, the patient’s own pain level, and the doctor’s own preference. All of my tummy tuck patients have a pain pump inserted at the time of surgery. This is a very safe, long-acting, local anesthetic which is administered slowly throughout the day at the site of surgery and usually lasts approximately 4 days. In addition, we typically prescribe hydrocodone/acetaminophen pain medication (such as Norco, Lortab, Vicodin, or Percocet).
After about a week, most patients are comfortable with ibuprofen during the day and may also use a muscle relaxer to help sleep at night. Patients should be able to be completely off pain medication during the day after about 3-4 weeks depending on how extensive the surgery is. (Mark E. Mason, MD, Dallas Plastic Surgeon)
Tummy tuck post op medications
This will vary greatly, but usually pain medication (type and strenght will depend on your pain tolerance levels) and antibiotic for around 1 week. Arnica montana in tea or pill form also helps as a natural remedy for inflammation and bruising. (Carlos Castaneda, MD, Mexico Plastic Surgeon)
Pain Medication after tummy tuck
This question is a difficult one to answer due to the fact that MD preferences vary. I, however, prefer to prescribe either Lortab or Vicodin. As well, I inject a long acting local anesthetic into the abdominal wall to decrease the need for prescription pain medication immediately following surgery. You should consult with your surgeon to find out what suits your needs best based on alelrgies and personal reactions. (Elsa M. Raskin, MD, Greenwich Plastic Surgeon)
Pain medication after tummy tuck and lipo
Very difficult to answer this question as every surgeon will have his/her own medication preferences. I typically give my patients Percocet which they use for about 4-5 days. After that, most patients are comfortable with just ibuprofen. Long acting local anesthetics such as Exparel are starting to gain popularity as well. This medication can diminish the need for narcotic use. (William T. Stoeckel, MD, Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon)
Pain medication after tummy tuck
Thank you for your question. This will vary from doctor to doctor, but I have found that my patients do well with a combination of valium (muscle relaxer and anxiety reliever) and hydrocodone/tylenol (Lortab or Norco). Some surgeons may prescribe oxycodone/tylenol (Percocet) as well. I typically inject a long acting (72 hours) local anesthetic into the abdominal muscle wall which helps cut down on the need for narcotic pain pills. Ask your surgeon about what they prescribe and make sure that is suits your pain tolerance. (Matthew H. Steele, MD, Fort Worth Plastic Surgeon)