fx/hd wisdom teeth

[yaboyjjones]

I'm getting my wisdom teeth out soon (put to sleep) and i'm currently taking the fx/hd stack. Will I be ok and do I need to do anything special? Thank you so much.

 

[CDONDICI]

You should probably stop all supplements before your surgery.

 

[TeamSavage]

You'll be fine. Neither supplement should interact with the anesthesia or cause clotting problems and excessive bleeding.

 

[jjohn]

Stuff like Aspirin could be dangerous, but not the stack that you have now. It MAY increase blood pressure, since it increases test, but nothing to worry about. I was operated twice for a hernia and never had any problems with supps of that kind.

You're lucky, they didn't put me to sleep when they pulled out my 4 wisdoms at the same time. That was painfull.

 

[Rivet]

I'm getting my wisdom teeth out soon (put to sleep) and i'm currently taking the fx/hd stack. Will I be ok and do I need to do anything special? Thank you so much.

I just had oral surgery a few months ago I was taking Basic Cuts and fish oil at the time and it made me bleed quite a bit more then I should of. I read right after the surgery on a website of another doctor that performs that same surgery that fish oils can thin blood and Cayenne (basic cuts contains this) can affect platelets. Funny thing was that I found this out reading up on the surgery I went through after it was over and the Dr. had never mentioned anything about it.

Heres a list of a few supplements not to take near dental surgery taken from
SUPPLEMENTS TO DISCONTINUE

Bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) - Contains compounds called anthocyanosides, and flavonoid compounds that strengthen blood vessels, improve circulation and can be useful in treating eye disorders. Bilberry can affect blood cells called platelets and may increase bleeding.

Cayenne (Capsicum frutescens) - Also known as red pepper, cayenne lowers levels of cholesterol in the blood, which can help to lower blood pressure. Cayenne may affect platelets and an overdose can cause a significant drop in body temperature.

Dong Quai (Angelica sinensis) - An all-purpose women's herb used to provide energy and regulate female hormones. An active constituent in Dong quai is a coumarin-like compound, which may increase existing anticoagulant (blood-thinning) medications.

Echinacea ( Echinacea augustfolia) - Used to boost the immune system and for infections of the respiratory tract. Echinacea may negatively affect the liver when general anesthetics or certain other medications are used.

Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) - From the Latin word, febrifuge, which means fever-reducing, the herb is used mainly to treat migraine headaches. Feverfew may increase bleeding, especially in patients taking certain blood-thinning medications.

Fish Oil - The Omega-3 essential fatty acids found in fish oil are beneficial for lowering blood pressure, cholesterol and triglyceride levels and reducing the risk of heart disease. Fish Oil has blood-thinning properties which can be problematic during surgery.

Garlic (Allium sativum) - Used therapeutically to prevent and treat atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) and elevated cholesterol. Garlic may augment the effects of blood-thinners like Coumadin® (wafarin) and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) causing abnormal bleeding time.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) - Stimulates the digestive system and helps relieve motion sickness, nausea and vomiting. Use of ginger may alter bleeding time and interfere with cardiac and anticoagulant medications.

Ginkgo Biloba (Ginkgo biloba) - One of the oldest living tree species and one of the best researched herbal medicines. Ginkgo biloba improves blood circulation by strengthening the vascular system and inhibiting platelet aggregation. Ginkgo is also used to help prevent mental deterioration in the elderly. Ginkgo has significant blood-thinning activity which is three times stronger than Vitamin E.

Ginseng (Panax quinquefolium/Panax ginseng) - Ginseng is a so-called adaptogen (increases physiological resistance to stress) and an antioxidant. Commonly taken to enhance physical and cognitive performance. Ginseng acts as an anticoagulant and may interact with cardiac, high-blood pressure medications and blood-glucose lowering medications.

Hawthorne (Crataegus laeviga ta) - Hawthorne is used for deteriorating heart function and may be helpful for angina, arteriosclerosis and some mild types of abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia). Hawthorne can enhance the effects of the heart medication digitalis (Lanoxin or Digoxin).

Kava Kava (Piper methysticum) - Kava root preparations reduce stress-related anxiety and the effects of anxiety disorders. Kava kava may potentiate the effects of medications including: barbiturates, alcohol, antidepressants, antipsychotics, and general anesthetics.

Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) - Traditionally used for coughs and as a soothing remedy for the skin. Glycyrrhizic acid in real licorice may cause high blood pressure, lower potassium levels in the blood and enhance tissue swelling (edema).

Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica) - More widely known as ephedra, the herb was found in weight loss and energy supplements until it was banned by the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 2003. Although some products have substituted ephedra with bitter orange, both herbs have similar effects on the cardiovascular system including hypertension, rapid heart rate, cardiomyopathy (heart muscle inflammation), and abnormal heart rhythm.

Melatonin - A hormone that is secreted by the pineal gland located in the brain. Since melatonin controls the body's sleep-wake cycle, it is often used to counteract sleeplessness and jet lag. Melatonin may potentiate the central nervous system effects of barbiturate drugs (produce relaxation and sleep) and general anesthetics.

Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) - An herb that is a rich source of isoflavones and used to treat a number of conditions associated with menopause. An active constituent in Red Clover includes coumarin derivatives, which may potentiate existing anticoagulant medications.

St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum) - An herbal medicine used to treat mild to moderate depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Since St. John's Wort works like the antidepressants called monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors, it may interact with these drugs. In addition, many other drug interactions have been reported with St. John's Wort.

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) - Valerian eases insomnia, stress-related anxiety and nervous restlessness. Valerian is a sedative herb and may increase the effects of other anti-anxiety medications or prescription painkillers.

Vitamin E - Vitamin E is fat-soluble vitamin that is a strong antioxidant and may protect cells from free-radical damage. This nutrient may play a role in the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease and other aging-related degenerative disorders. Vitamin E also has anti-clotting activity can prolong bleeding time during surgery.

Yohimbe (Corynanthe yohimbe) - As a natural "Viagra®", yohimbe is touted as a sexual stimulant and as a potential treatment for male impotence. Yohimbe can raise the heart rate and blood pressure, and increase the potency of anesthetics.