Congratulations on completing your surgery!
As you embark on your recovery journey, it’s crucial to follow your post-operative medication regimen carefully. This guide will help you understand each medication prescribed and its role in your recovery. If you have any questions, please contact our office. Remember, for the first two weeks especially, our goal is to limit swelling and inflammation and regain range of motion.
COMMON DISCHARGE MEDICATIONS
*Highlighted medicines are the standard post-operative prescriptions
|
Medication Name |
Dose |
Duration | Estimated Cost
(without insurance) |
Information |
| ASA (Aspirin)
Available over the counter. |
81 mg by mouth.
Twice daily. |
30 days | $6.20 | Important
For blood clot prevention. |
| Apixaban (Eliquis) | 2.5 mg by mouth.
Twice daily. |
30 days | $560.00 | Important
For blood clot prevention. |
| Pantoprazole (Protonix) | 40 mg by mouth.
Every morning. |
14 days | $5.00 | To prevent acid reflux. |
| Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Available over the counter. |
1000 mg by mouth.
Three times per day. |
42 days
(6 weeks) |
$4.00 | Important
Increases pain tolerance and reduces inflammation. |
| Meloxicam (Mobic)
Alternative to celebrex. |
15 mg PO.
Once per day. |
42 days
(6 weeks) |
$6.80 | Important
Pain control through reduced swelling / inflammation. |
| Celecoxib (Celebrex)
|
100 mg PO.
Twice per day. |
42 days
(6 weeks) |
$8.60 | Important
Pain control through reduced swelling / inflammation. |
| Dexamethasone (Decadron) | 4 mg PO.
Twice per day. |
4 days
|
$8.50 | Important
Reduced swelling / inflammation. |
| Gabapentin (Neurontin) | 300 mg by mouth.
Every evening. |
7 days | $12.00 | For nerve pain control. |
| Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)
Alternative to Oxycodone. |
1-2 mg by mouth.
Every 6 hours, As Needed. |
Only if pain is 8/10
or greater. |
$9.00 | For severe pain (8/10 or more).
Opioid / narcotic are addictive. |
| Oxycodone
Must pick up in person. |
5-10 mg by mouth.
Every 6 hours, As Needed. |
Only if pain is
8/10 or greater. |
$13.50 | For severe pain (8/10 or more).
Opioid / narcotic are addictive. |
| Polyethylene Glycol 3350 (Miralax)
Available over the counter |
17g by mouth.
Once or twice daily. |
Until no longer
taking narcotics. |
$14.00 | Stool softener.
Take daily if taking opioid/narcotic medications. |
| Sulfamethoxazole/ Trimethoprim (Bactrim) | 500 mg by mouth.
Twice per day. |
10 days | $6.20 | Antibiotic for infection prevention in higher risk cases. |
| Doxycycline (Vibramycin) | 100 mg by mouth.
Twice per day. |
10 days | $8.60 | Antibiotic for infection prevention in higher risk cases. |
| Tranexamic acid | 650mg by mouth.
Three times per day. |
4 days | $22.50 | For decreasing bleeding and swelling. |
*Estimated Cost for highlighted post operative medications without insurance (Cash Payment) = $82.30
Estimate obtained from Mark Cuban’s CostPlus Drugs and GoodRx.com
This will allow you to receive most of your medications ahead of surgery, by mail.
Narcotic medication and over the counter medicines will need to be picked up in person (Oxycodone, Tylenol and MiraLAX).
Important Reminders
- Medication Timing: Take your medications at the same time each day to maintain consistency and prevent missed doses.
- Pain Management: It’s important to manage pain effectively, but also to avoid taking more opioid medication than necessary.
- Side Effects: Report any side effects or unusual symptoms to your healthcare provider immediately.
- Follow-Up: Keep all scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure your recovery is on track.
If you have any concerns or need clarification about your medications, please do not hesitate to contact our office. Your recovery and well-being are our top priorities!
