Drugs to hold before surgery Flashcards
1
Q
When should the COCP be stopped?
A
28 days prior
2
Q
When should aspirin be stopped?
A
7 days prior
3
Q
When should the ibuprofen be stopped?
A
7 days prior
4
Q
When should clopidogrel be stopped?
A
7 days prior
5
Q
When should warfarin be stopped?
A
5 days prior
6
Q
When should DOACs be stopped?
A
2 days prior
7
Q
When should lithium be stopped?
A
24 hours prior
8
Q
When should ACEIs and ARBs be stopped?
A
Day of surgery due to risk of renal failure and hypotension
