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What medication is prescribed after an inguinal hernia repair? please give me some examples
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Pain control: Pain control medications include non steroidal anti- inflammatories and mild narcotics such as oxycodone or hydrocodone usually in combination with acetaminophen..
Answered 1/29/2013
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It depends...: For inguinal hernia repair, i usually prescribe Motrin and percocet. An ice pack can also help with post-operative pain. Discuss with your surgeon.
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