Yes, to reduce bleeding risk and have a comfortable process before surgery, adjustments must be made to all medications and supplements you use. The general approach is as follows:
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Blood Thinners and PainkillersMedications with blood-thinning or pain-relieving properties such as Aspirin, Ibuprofen, and similar items must be strictly stopped at least 1 week before surgery.
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Vitamins and SupplementsThe use of all dietary supplements, including Vitamin E, fish oil, and herbal teas, must likewise be entirely stopped 1 week before surgery.
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Routine (Systemic) MedicationsMost routine medications (blood pressure, thyroid, etc.) other than these that sustain your life can be continued even on the day of surgery (by swallowing with very little water).
👨⚕️ Please Remember: These are general guidelines. For the most detailed, definitive, and medically correct decision; you must comprehensively consult your physician (and anesthesiologist) about all prescription/non-prescription tablets you use before surgery.