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How long does it take anesthesia to get out of your body?
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Depends on type: Almost all commonly used anesthetics are out of your body in a few hours. Underlying heart, lung liver and kidney function can effect this. Occasionally meds will last up to 24 hours.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Depends on amount: Really, this depends on the amount, type, duration and physiology of the patient. In most people, effects wear off quite rapidly.
Answered 4/24/2015
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