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I am having surgery and have been told not to take asprin or blood thinners for 2 weeks prior to surgery. what is acceptable to take for my pain?
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TYLENOL (acetaminophen) IS OK: At doses less or equal to 2, 500 mgs a day. As long as you have healthy liver and stomach, that dose won't harm you.
Answered 9/4/2012
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Acetaminophen: Acetaminophen or Acetaminophen with low dose narcotics are a good choice.
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