Pre-PRP Injection Instructions
Preparation
Hydration
Drink plenty of water 48 hours before the procedure.
Blood Thinners
If you take any blood thinners (Aspirin, BC Powder, Eliquis, Plavix, Pradaxa, etc.) inform your provider. You may be asked to discontinue use prior to your procedure.
Medications
Take your regular medications (blood pressure, diabetes, etc.).
- Administer insulin as usual.
- DO NOT discontinue any medication without first consulting with your primary care provider or referring physician.
- DO NOT use nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) 1 week before and 2 weeks after your las PRP appointment.
- NSAIDs include:
- Aspirin
- Ibuprofen
- Naproxen
- Meloxicam
- Diclofenac
- Celecoxib
- Etc.
- NSAIDs include:
Supplements
Stop all supplements 7 days before your procedure. Supplements include:
- Garlic
- Ginkgo
- Ginseng
- Omega 3s/Fish Oil
- Ashwagandha
- Vitamin E
- St Johns-wort
- Turmeric
- Etc.
Weight Loss Injections
For PRP injections with anesthesia, stop all weight loss injections 7 days before your procedure. Weight loss Injections include:
- Ozempic
- Wegovy
- Semaglutide
- Tirzepatide
- GLP1s
- Trulicity
- Rebelysus
- Etc.
Recreational Drugs
No recreational drugs 24 hours before the procedure.
Dress
Do not wear skirts or dresses for your procedure.
