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Veterinary
Surgery
In OKC Near Edmond 405-751-3920 |
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Postoperative Pain Management
POSTOPERATIVE PAIN MANAGEMENT We suggest you give Tylenol/Codeine to control early (1-5 days) postoperative discomfort. Response to these medications can vary among individuals. You may need to vary the dose, but not the time interval between doses to adequately control discomfort. A technician will give you guidelines for giving your pet pain medications at the time of release from our hospital. Potential but relatively uncommon side effects include excessive sedation, excitation, vomiting, constipation, hyperventilation, disorientation, decreased appetite, liver damage and others. Discontinue pain medications immediately if your pet has any problem you think may be related to taking these medications. Also, please call us to report any problem and to ask any questions you may have about your pet or the medications. Additionally, please don't be concerned that your pet will become addicted to these drugs. Medications are discontinued before any addiction can occur. Always keep these medications in a place inaccessible to children and to other pets. These medications are not for human consumption. Your pet may be given Tramadol for discomfort. Sedation, bizarre behavior, stomach upset or constipation is occasionally observed. Side effects are generally considered rare. Tramadol is not compatible with Deprenyl. Please discontinue meds and call if you are worried the medication is causing side effects. Your pet also may be sent home with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID). Deramaxx or Previcox are the NSAIDs we usually dispense. Our office usually recommends giving the NSAID after you have finished giving the Tylenol/Codeine. However this medication can be given at the same time as the Tylenol/Codeine and the surgeon may recommend this to control discomfort. Your pet may also be given a sedative called Acepromazine. This can be given along with any of the other medications mentioned above or it may be given by itself if your pet is restless or unable to sleep. Start by giving the smallest dose recommended to minimize the chances of excessive tranquilization. DEFECATION It is not unusual for your pet not to defecate for 3-4 days after surgery. Your pet may have missed 1-2 meals because of surgery and anesthesia and pain meds slow down the G.I. tract. As long as your pet is not outside straining to try to pass a stool, there is usually not a need for concern. As always please call if you have any questions or concerns. |
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